[DeTomaso] ebay car in Canada

[MikeLDrew at aol.com]

In a message dated 6/5/08 14 59 39, oldwheel at mts.net writes:


> There is an interesting red Pantera for sale on ebay in Quebec. It is 
> listed
> as having a VIN  TPHNCS01XXX which would make it a 1971 pre-L for sure. 
> 
>>>No, it wouldn't.   That is a completely bogus VIN.   The VIN for a 1971 
car would be:

TH:   De Tomaso Modena
PN:   Pantera
L:   1971

(X) character for the month

(0XXXX) five-digit serial number.


> It
> has the dash, seats and vents to go with that year, BUT it has the body and
> bumpers of an L model. Listed as a "nice clean no story Pantera". Item
> number: 260246947355
> 
>>>There are a LOT of stories behind the car, obviously.   It does have a 
1971 interior (complete with the Stroppe-type modifications), but L-model bumpers 
and bodywork.   It appears to have a flat decklid, but perhaps not?   There 
is something visible that could be the raised rib in the center.

Much more information must be provided by the seller--with a decent VIN for 
starters!

Mike


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