Checking Out a Pantera

Rob:
I think that the "ins & outs" are actually into your wallet and out with your cash!
Just kidding...ah sort of, but I am knew here also.
The folks here are a great bunch and much help also.
Come back and ask alot of questions. I know that I do!
Good luck in your search...it's worth it!

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Originally posted by RacingRob:
Hello all!
I recently finished building a Cobra replica and really enjoy the car. I've looked into GT40 kits, but they're just out of my price range.
Since I have always liked the Pantera I thought I would look into buying one.
I live in northern Westchester County in NY state, about 50 miles north of NYC.
I was wondering if there was anyone in my area that would be willing to spend a little time showing me the in's and outs of Pantera ownership?
Thanks,
Rob Olmsted

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Hey Rob

Welcome

First and foremost be patient. Do not I repeat do not look at one up close until you have done your research. These cars are so beautiful and addictive you may just by the first one you see on the spot.
Check out some of the great websites by some of the members on this board. My favorites are:
http://www.panteraplace.com/
and http://www.geocities.com/provamo72/

Also get parts catalogs from the various vendors so you can get an idea how much stuff costs for these cars. Not that bad really.

After that I would suggest you join a local club and see some up close. Talk to owners about the cars' little quirks (It is Italian!).

You should be all set by then.

By the way, I love my car #1683. I bought it in June from a guy in California and it was already in great shape. IMHO buy a car that is already in excellent shape instead of buying one that needs work. You will probably save a lot more money not to mention time.

Good luck have fun and I hope you are a Pantera owner pretty soon.

MADGUY

Yea, I'm just starting the research phase.
I know how I want to use the car, as a fair weather daily driver. So I don't want a show car. I also just built a Cobra, so I'm not looking to do too much work on the car. I want something I can drive now, and upgrade as I feel it's required.
The Cobra is too much like a motorcycle, I need something just a little more civilized.
Any clubs in the NY area?
Thanks,
Rob

[This message has been edited by RacingRob (edited 10-18-2002).]

Well it just so happens that I built a FFR.
Very happy with it overall!
I can e-mail you my phone number if you want to talk about it.
RR

There are only two 'clubs' in the U.S- The Pantera Owners Club of America (POCA) with 15 local chapters all over the U.S, and P.I, centered in Southern California. PI has regional reps that stay in touch via written articles that are then published every 3 months. Many owners join both. There is a POCA chapter in New Englend (PONE- Pantera Owners of New England; local rep is Bob Reid in Schenectady -rreidcpa@aol.com) Info on PI is on this website. Welcome aboard!