Festa DeTomaso 2007
George Pence - Pantera International Director
Linda Adler - Monterey event director - email

Considered to be "One of the top 10 automotive events in the world that you must experience before you die" by the leading automotive publications.

The highest visibility event in the automotive kingdom that a Pantera can participate on an equal footing with the other Italian marques and command respect.

Monterey, California 

August 17-19, 2007

Pantera International offers the DeTomaso enthusiast a memorable weekend in scenic Monterey, California. 

Lodging now available at a convenient seaside location at reasonable cost. No 3, 4 or 5 night minimums!

Expect to see one of the largest gatherings of cars and owners both at the Concorso Italiano and at the Historic Races at Laguna Seca Raceway.

Please act now to reserve your room and obtain advance tickets.

Please click here for an application


Lodging Information

Pantera International has secured a block of 35 rooms at a convenient seaside location just a few minutes from the Concorso Italiano show. Breathe the salt air and exhaust fumes from other DeTomaso owner's cars who will be lodging with us.

Single, double and adjoining rooms are available. We will be hosting a social hour on Thursday night for those guests who are in our block. 

Two or three night minimum packages are available.

The lodging rates are quite competitive compared to what other hotels are charging, plus, we have a superb location and you shouldn't have to deal with major traffic jams.

Join us and other DeTomaso owners and enthusiasts for a great time!

Sorry, no refunds on cancellations are permitted. We expect a prompt sell-out.

Pantera International Lodging Prices
Please act promptly to reserve your room
Accommodations are limited

August 16, 17 and 18th
Thurs., Fri. & Sat. nights
$720.00-Queen Bed
$810.00-Two double beds
August 17 & 18
Fri. & Sat. nights
$480.00 - Queen Bed
$540.00- Two double beds
Need an extra night or two? $130.00 per night  
Above prices include 10% room tax and Thursday night Social with the Maserati Owner's Club (Maserati International). Reservation deadline for lodging is August 1, 2007 (extended)
For more information, contact Linda Adler at (760) 731-8301 or email her.

Friday, August 17th:


You can expect to find a significant presentation of Panteras
at the famed Concorso Italiano. Over 80 cars in 2006.


Again, this year Pantera International will be the official DeTomaso host at the Concorso Italiano at its new location at the Black Horse Golf Course overlooking the scenic Monterey Bay.

Concorso featured Marques: 

Celebrating 60 years of Ferrari

The 50th Anniversary of the Ferrari 250GT Cabriolet and California Spyder (Designed by Tom Tjaarda)

Siata 8V

Lamborghini Countach Reunion

50th Anniversary of the Maserati 3500 GT

Honoring Italian Deisgner Ugo Zagato (1890-1968)

Last year we had a very large gathering of Panteras and this year, we expect even more.
 Trophies will be presented by Pantera International at the White Glove Concours for all DeTomaso automobiles featuring categories ranging from trailer queen to wash 'n wax. You will spend a leisurely day with the best possible parking - on the green with the rest of the Italian machinery - enjoying the strolling musicians, fashion show, the drive-by presentations of each marque, Italian food concessions and automotive vendor booths. 
The day goes by so quickly; you'll forget you're at a concours. If you haven't entered your car already, you can do so at http://www.concorso.com/
Exhibitor Fee:  
$125 March 1 through May 31
$150 June 1 through July 31
$175 August 1 through August 17 (day of event)
Exhibitor Fee Includes:
Entrance for your registered car, motorcycle or boat
Entry for two vehicle occupants as the vehicle enters the Green
Two tickets for the Italian Exhibitor Hospitality Pavilion
One Event goodie bag
One Collector's Event Magazine

All other guests or handlers in your party must purchase an additional ticket.

Spectator admission
March 1 through May 31: $85.00
June 1 through July 31: $90.00
August 1 through August 17: $100.00
Children 12 and under are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult
Includes:
One Admission Ticket
Complimentary Parking & Collector's Magazine (while supplies last)
On Friday evening, we suggest you attend any of the auto auctions being conducted or take a stroll on historic Fishermen's Wharf on historic Cannery Row.
To enter your car and/or purchase spectator tickets, please click here. Tickets are not available through PI.
Please enter your car or purchase tickets for spectators as soon as possible to take advantage of the discount prices offered by the event organizers.


The Concorso Italiano featuring an constellation of over 1,000 Italian cars and an expected display of up to 100 DeTomaso automobiles.

Please click here for photos of prior events


In one place you will find most every model of Pantera made. 
From the Pre L to the GT5-S. Even concept cars.


You are invited to display your DeTomaso car or be a spectator. Advance tickets at discount prices are available to those who enroll early!


Saturday, August 18th:



The famous Pantera Corral at Laguna Seca Raceway
Serving one of the best luncheons anywhere in town in our own club tent! 

Right: Trophies presented by PI to Concours competitors.

Help celebrate historic Indy race cars. Cooper has been selected as the honored marque and we understand that the display of Cooper racing machinery will be second to none!
The Pantera International corral will be set up with the enclosed tent for dining and relaxing with a secured parking corral for your vehicle. Don't miss our on the track experience and the opportunity to hang out with the rest of the Pantera gang.
In 2006 we completely sold out and had to turn away enthusiasts and their cars because we had maxxed out at 150 guests. 
Make your reservations now so that we can save you some grub and a place to park your car. Without a corral pass, you are relegated to the public parking up on the hill where you are in danger of door dings and your car rolling down the steep hills - Seriously! So here are the numbers:
Race Tickets are available through PI:  
Saturday only: $65.00/per person ($85 at the gate)
Sat/Sunday combo: $95.00/per person ($115 at the gate)
Children under 12 are free
BBQ/Corral parking pass: $50.00/per person for PI Members. Non-members are $55.00/per person.
The luncheon is a gourmet delight prepared and served in our PI tent by Tarpy's Restaurant of Monterey. Unlimited soft drinks and beer.
For more information please call Linda at: 760-731-8301
Please click here for application form

Sunday, August 20th


Pebble Beach Concours

Concours d'Elegance at Pebble Beach. $150/person in advance and $175.00 per person at the gate. Tickets can be purchased at the site or by calling (831) 659-0663. After an early morning visit to the Concours, return to Laguna Seca Raceway for the afternoon races, where a completely different group of racers run on Sunday. Viewing is at its best due to the lack of crowds. This is your opportunity to sit right in front of the famed corkscrew and feel the ground thunder under you when those big bore cars come screaming by. 

Return to Laguna Seca Raceway on Sunday to watch the CanAm and TransAm cars thunder down the corkscrew!

Links:
Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Laguna Seca Raceway
Concorso Italiano

Monterey Chamber of Comm.

 
Please click here for application form

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