914 V8 or Pantera Detomaso, WHich would your prefer |
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914 V8 or Pantera Detomaso, WHich would your prefer |
Jaiden |
Jul 22 2005, 10:14 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 346 Joined: 13-January 05 From: Stroudsburg PA Member No.: 3,443 |
Guys,
I found an unrestored 1974 Pantera Detomaso GTS that one of my fiance's bridesmaids has stashed away in the family Garage. The Car does not currently run (stored for 14 years) and I could probably get it (if I can gather the money) for a VERY good price. Which would you guys go for the Pantera or a 914 V8? |
tyler |
Jul 22 2005, 12:41 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 335 Joined: 24-September 03 From: southern california Member No.: 1,192 |
914 V8 all the way (which I have now). I bought a new Pantera in 74 for $10k and had it for 6 years. Granted it looks and sounds absolutely great but nothing could be more uncomfortable driving any kind of distance - I drove from LA to Vegas and couldn't move when I got out (and I was only 30 then) since there's no position change once you're in place- it has nothing off the line, build for high speed (geared high)- I got the speedometer up to 140 on the way to Vegas and you'd think you were doing 60, smooth and quiet, except for the telephone poles blurring by - it's made to "drive"; high speed on windy roads so if that's what yu want, that's it. I'd rather get between the lights faster. I've always been surprised that they're not worth more money these days. I suggest you check around real good for the prices since I haven't seen them really selling for high prices.
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