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The Pantera is still the best bang for the buck
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Can I get replacement parts for it at Autozone?
If you guys want old school Ford power Saleen makes this car called the S7, and it is pretty cool in a new school kinda way.
quote:Originally posted by DeTom:
If you guys want old school Ford power Saleen makes this car called the S7, and it is pretty cool in a new school kinda way.
In the link below is the S7 at 2006 Huntington Beach Concourse, front & rear. Security personnel told me not to drool on it.
http://image30.webshots.com/31/6/60/1/2964660010043857827kcKYSv_fs.jpg
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I had the opportunity to drive an S7 a few months ago. Awesome car.
But also an awesome price, $400,000.00+
But also an awesome price, $400,000.00+
quote:Originally posted by DeTom:
If you guys want old school Ford power Saleen makes this car called the S7, and it is pretty cool in a new school kinda way.
It would take both our check books & probably a few others brother....
But if I had the 400 grand laying around, I'd be writing that check, that's for sure.
They are very fine.....that's for sure.
But if I had the 400 grand laying around, I'd be writing that check, that's for sure.
They are very fine.....that's for sure.
quote:Originally posted by DOES 200:
Or black...get out the check book Coz.
If you fancy a lot of flash for little cash, then try this baby for size, the 'Mitsuoka Orochi'. Japenese dependability but only 230 BHP. Nothing a couple of blowers wouldn't cure and a snip at $89,000.
http://www.autoblog.com/2006/10/03/mitsuoka-orochi-specs-pricing-announced/
http://www.autoblog.com/2006/10/03/mitsuoka-orochi-specs-pricing-announced/
Can't argue with you there Mark. Something about big Ford power just behind your back. At least with this, when they ask if it's a kit I can say yes.
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Yep, Mark...that does it for me.
Mooso
Mooso
This does it for me ... LOL
Yep.. A Ford GT40 replica or a Ford GT would likely be my first choice for stablemates for the Pantera.
Keeping it within 'attainable' a close choice would have to be the Noble M12 or the new M15, Mid engine, Ford Power (albeit V6 Twin Turbo) and 0-60 mph in <3.5 secs. The M12 is around $90K, whereas the new M15 comes in around $150K.
There's a good test drive from the BBC Top Gear program on you tube.
M15 Noble - Top Gear
As an aside the first guy test driving Richard Hammond is recovering from a real bad accident at ~300 mph test driving a rocket powered vehicle on a Yorkshire Airfield recently.
Julian
Keeping it within 'attainable' a close choice would have to be the Noble M12 or the new M15, Mid engine, Ford Power (albeit V6 Twin Turbo) and 0-60 mph in <3.5 secs. The M12 is around $90K, whereas the new M15 comes in around $150K.
There's a good test drive from the BBC Top Gear program on you tube.
M15 Noble - Top Gear
As an aside the first guy test driving Richard Hammond is recovering from a real bad accident at ~300 mph test driving a rocket powered vehicle on a Yorkshire Airfield recently.
Julian
quote:Originally posted by Mark Charlton:
Can't argue with you there Mark. Something about big Ford power just behind your back. At least with this, when they ask if it's a kit I can say yes.
I covet your 40. I think that's a sin?
quote:Originally posted by Mark:
I like this but it is a kit car and it's bowtie power.
Mark,
What kit is it?
Dan
I would love to have the new Ford GT . Ford nailed this re make of the GT 40. Not now or in the near future in my budget.
That is what makes the Pantera the best value around. There is still no car that offers so much
for the $$$$$ than a Pantera.
That is what makes the Pantera the best value around. There is still no car that offers so much
for the $$$$$ than a Pantera.
Covet away Doug...
Dan, it's a GTD. Made in the UK in the late 80's. Has an original 60's racing Cobra 289 and, other than driving on the "wrong" (left) side, it's visually a pretty fair replica. I still much prefer driving the Pantera if I'm going on a public road and for more than a short drive.
Dan, it's a GTD. Made in the UK in the late 80's. Has an original 60's racing Cobra 289 and, other than driving on the "wrong" (left) side, it's visually a pretty fair replica. I still much prefer driving the Pantera if I'm going on a public road and for more than a short drive.
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LOL....ahhh, life was so simple then...
What a beautiful baby brother !
What a beautiful baby brother !
quote:Originally posted by deeb:
This does it for me...
I have to agree with Mark. If another car was going to go in my garage, it would have to be the Ford GT! But it would have to go in the garage with the Pantera, since I will not sell it!
To me, the Pantera is just an affordable exotic car for us (me) middle class folks. But it is also the best bang for the buck for my wallet.
Which is why I drive it. I can put 10,000 miles on it a year and the cost is very affordable.
But if my wallet was a little fatter, I could think of a couple of other cars I would rather have.
The Lamborghini Diablo would be my first choice stepping up to something else in the 120,000.00 exotic range if I could deal with the cost of parts and the hassle of repairs. There's nothing like a 12 cylinder motor as far as I'm concerned. But with it comes a big price and more maintenance than the Pantera.
Then would come the GT40 in the 150+ range if I got tired of the Diablo, maybe.
After that, There would be nothing else but a Saleen 7 in my garage. (after winning the lottery)
But for now, the Pantera is what I have, drive, enjoy and can afford.
Which is why I drive it. I can put 10,000 miles on it a year and the cost is very affordable.
But if my wallet was a little fatter, I could think of a couple of other cars I would rather have.
The Lamborghini Diablo would be my first choice stepping up to something else in the 120,000.00 exotic range if I could deal with the cost of parts and the hassle of repairs. There's nothing like a 12 cylinder motor as far as I'm concerned. But with it comes a big price and more maintenance than the Pantera.
Then would come the GT40 in the 150+ range if I got tired of the Diablo, maybe.
After that, There would be nothing else but a Saleen 7 in my garage. (after winning the lottery)
But for now, the Pantera is what I have, drive, enjoy and can afford.
quote:Originally posted by Mark:quote:Originally posted by DeTom:
If you guys want old school Ford power Saleen makes this car called the S7, and it is pretty cool in a new school kinda way.
S7 is nice but I like this better...!
Me too Mark. If I could have afforded an original Mk IV version, I woulda bought my absolute all time dream car. But I didn't have a million and a half I could spare at the time. You know how it goes.
quote:Originally posted by Coz:
To me, the Pantera is just an affordable exotic car for us (me) middle class folks. But it is also the best bang for the buck for my wallet.
Which is why I drive it. I can put 10,000 miles on it a year and the cost is very affordable.
But if my wallet was a little fatter, I could think of a couple of other cars I would rather have.
The Lamborghini Diablo would be my first choice stepping up to something else in the 120,000.00 exotic range if I could deal with the cost of parts and the hassle of repairs. There's nothing like a 12 cylinder motor as far as I'm concerned. But with it comes a big price and more maintenance than the Pantera.
Then would come the GT40 in the 150+ range if I got tired of the Diablo, maybe.
After that, There would be nothing else but a Saleen 7 in my garage. (after winning the lottery)
But for now, the Pantera is what I have, drive, enjoy and can afford.
Coz, nice to see you stuck with your Pantera. When I was in AZ a few years back I remember you were considering the Diablo instead. Diablo is nice, but the Pantera is more unique and you have change left over for gas.
You bet Jan....
I have many things going on with the Pantera right now, hope to have it back on the road by the end of the month.
When are you coming back out this way ?
[QUOTE]Originally posted by DOES 200:
I have many things going on with the Pantera right now, hope to have it back on the road by the end of the month.
When are you coming back out this way ?
[QUOTE]Originally posted by DOES 200:
Boy am I glad, the only car I have at the top of my list after a Pantera is this...
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quote:Originally posted by DeLoreans and DeTomasos:
Boy am I glad, the only car I have at the top of my list after a Pantera is this...
You obviously have exceptional taste. Did you ever buy that wide body car?
All this talk about the GT40 and it just so happen a friend of mine stopped by my house today to show me his after getting it done and on the road.
Will post some pictures of it under a new topic with a photo album.
Will post some pictures of it under a new topic with a photo album.
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Coz:
You bet Jan....
I have many things going on with the Pantera right now, hope to have it back on the road by the end of the month.
When are you coming back out this way ?
Coz, I may not make it to AZ soon. Had relatives with illnesses and it used up my wifes leave, so she needs to build it back up. Then will visit my mom in Sun City and hopefully hook up with all the AZ Pantera boys again.
You bet Jan....
I have many things going on with the Pantera right now, hope to have it back on the road by the end of the month.
When are you coming back out this way ?
Coz, I may not make it to AZ soon. Had relatives with illnesses and it used up my wifes leave, so she needs to build it back up. Then will visit my mom in Sun City and hopefully hook up with all the AZ Pantera boys again.
The Delorean I already own,,I dig Giugaros style.
No Doug I didnt buy it I couldnt swing it without having my wife catch on at the time, Fortunately I keep my cars in storage elsewhere and have sold afew since then so I'll be looking for one soon enough I hope. I really liked that wide body though!!
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No Doug I didnt buy it I couldnt swing it without having my wife catch on at the time, Fortunately I keep my cars in storage elsewhere and have sold afew since then so I'll be looking for one soon enough I hope. I really liked that wide body though!!
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Great photo Coz! What a line up of trouble.
LOL...
Next time your out this way, we'll add you to the line up brother...
Next time your out this way, we'll add you to the line up brother...
quote:Originally posted by DOES 200:
Great photo Coz! What a line up of trouble.