Re: [DML] DELOREAN PARTS PRICES

["Gabe W." <thecreech@xxxx>]

Why was it compared to the ferrari for instance with the v6 engine?


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From: "James Espey" <james@xxxx>
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Sent: Monday, August 21, 2000 2:59 PM
Subject: Re: [DML] DELOREAN PARTS PRICES


> Relatively speaking, I don't think most DeLorean parts are that out 
> of line with other cars in it's class, or collector cars in general. 
> My favorite example is the quarter panel that needed replacing on my 
> now ex-wifes Honda Accord - over $1100. The same DeLorean part is 
> $997. Or windshields - under $400 for a DeLorean, for a C4 Corvette, 
> $744. Note that these examples are all for new parts from dealers. 
> Keep in mind that in 1981, the car was compared (by the magazines, at 
> least) against Ferrari, Maserati, Porsche, as well as Corvettes.