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Hello all. New member here. I don't currently own a Pantera, but I have been lusting after one since I first saw one in the early nineties at a car dealership in Anniston, AL. Actually, there were three. One was pretty rough with collision damage and in need of a complete restoration for about $13,000. One was in much better shape for $35,000. And finally, there was one with only 13,000 miles and last tagged in 1975. The asking price was $60,000. Both of the nicer ones were white. Perhaps someone here owns one of these cars today. At the time, I was a poor college student at Ga. Tech.

I have been into classic mustangs for about 5 years. I currently own a '65 A-code convertible and a super rare '66 K-code Fastback GT. I have been restoring the K-code over the past two years and have it about 98% complete. I have also owned a '69 Mach I and a '73 MB 450 SL.

Anyway, I keep coming back to Panteras. I have generally shied away from exotics because of the expense of upkeep. What is the old saying? I can afford a Ferrari, I can't afford to own a Ferrari. I guess the Pantera doesn't scare me as much with the Ford drivetrain. I am considering selling one or both of the mustangs and getting a driver/project Pantera.

I am sure I will have a lot of questions over the next few weeks and months. I plan to learn as much as possible before possibly taking the plunge.

Well, thanks for listening to me ramble. Good night

P.S. I will try to attach a photo of my '66 GT

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markcharltonmarkcharltonOld enough to know better and still young enough not to care. My '71 Pantera
Welcome, Joe. You will not likely regret owning a Pantera. They are simple to work on, arts are available and mostly reasonable. Tons of resources and support from a bunch of eager fellow owners and best of all, the fun of driving a Pantera! Much more fun than a lot of Ferraris because you CAN afford to drive it. Beautiful GT you have there. It would look great beside a white Pantera... Big Grin
George PGeorge PAdmin.
Welcome aboard JR,

Ask every question you want. That's what we're here for. As time goes by, you'll learn the biggest asset of the Pantera hobby is the people, they're a great bunch. They are the reason why I chose a Pantera over several other exotics I could have selected. It sounds to me like you already have the Pantera bug, a passion deep down inside that won't let you forget about the car. You're not alone, everyone here has that passion, we are sympathetic to your condition.

Further down the road, you may find it helpful to join Pantera International and receive the quarterly magazine we put out, it is chocked full of Pantera info. Everyone looks forward to each issue, including me and I produce it!

When you decide to go car hunting, we have a regional rep in Georgia too, a wonderful gentleman named Mike Dailey. Mike has a very informative web site of his own, the Pantera Place:

http://www.panteraplace.com

my warmest and most hear felt welcome,

your friend on the DTIC

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garth66garth66"When speed is the only thing that counts"
Welcome to the PIBB Joe! That's a beautiful fastback. I have a 66 A-code GT fastback that I'm in the process of restoring. Actually, "in process" is misleading. The project has stalled since I bought the Pantera. But, I really miss driving the Mustang and I want to rebuild the Pantera in the next 2-3 years, so I'm feeling the need/motivation to finish the Mustang.

Anyway, check out my website for more info and links on how to buy a Pantera:
http://www.banzairunnerpantera.com/how_to_buy.htm

Cheers!
Garth
J Joe6pack (Guest)
It's kind of funny Garth. I spent all evening reading your website including how you came to purchase your Pantera.

One of the problems with Mustangs, particularly the rare ones, is that they are most valuable in original form. Witness this K-Code Carb on Ebay. Some feel it is a sin to modify a rare original mustang and I have to say that I am in that camp.

However, it is clear with Panteras that modifications are not viewed as sinful. Modifications can actually enhance the value. Thus, it is a great car for those who believe "it's your car, do whatever you want". Your workmanship can shine and you get to be creative and original as well.

I am hoping to make contact some of the local Pantera owners. Maybe someone will let me spend some time with their car and show me the ins and outs. Thanks for the reply.
tomcattomcatMember
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Originally posted by Joe6pack:
Hello all. New member here. I don't currently own a Pantera, but I have been lusting after one since I first saw one in the early nineties at a car dealership in Anniston, AL. P.S. I will try to attach a photo of my '66 GT

I also visited these cars...when I was a flight instructor in Pensacola in the early 90s.
garth66garth66"When speed is the only thing that counts"
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I am hoping to make contact some of the local Pantera owners. Maybe someone will let me spend some time with their car and show me the ins and outs.

Joe,

Check out Mike Dailey's Pantera Place website. I believe Mike lives in Atlanta, which is only about 45 minutes from you (according to Yahoo Maps). If anyone knows of any Pantera happenings in your area or other local owners, I'm sure Mike would.

Cheers!
Garth
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