quote:Originally posted by korina:
I have 2 good friends that right now are actively seeking newe sports cars to have. They are both about 50 and are in the sweet spot for Pantera ownership. They were both considering Panteras but here's the rub, once you get about $35000 you're a starting to compete with things like Z0-6s, Vipers and 930s. Have you seen how cheap 928s are? You really have to want a Pantera because those others are much better cars on almost every level. I drink the Pantera Kool Aid every day but it's been pointed out to be that I would have been much better off getting one of those other cars. The BJ stuff has nothing to do with out cars. Look around at how many bargains there are in fantastic cars on places like Craigslist. I always thought most of the expensive Panteras that are sold are the second or third Pantera that a guy has. A mover-upper. I like the fact that their reasonable. Hasn't historically a used Pantera always slotted price wise right below a Corvette?
First sorry for highjacking the thread.....I'm in this same boat. I had this discussion with myself many times and have seriously considered a Porsche, specifically the 928 GTS. Awesome car with awesome handling etc etc. But what sells the P car for me is no smog and I can do with it what I want. Its more of a "tuner" exotic car. Try modifying a 928. Porsche people will look at you like you have three eyeballs. P car guys embrace the different. They expect it. If your friends just want the same car as Joe smith then they should consider the Vette, Viper, or Porsche. I want someone to look at my car sitting by the curb and think "Wow what kind of car is that?" Then when I fire it up they think "Holy S*&% what kind of car is that!!!?!?" Won't get that with any Porsche, Vette, or Viper for $50k.