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Paragon Panther your own operational or to needsis madeeasyand costeffective Tailoring with an extensive rangeof optionalextras.Forfurther and prices,please contactyour Plaxton Dealer. detailsof full optionavailability DDA Compliance and are to Paragon Panther both available meetthe requirements DDAwith concealed of front or centrallymountedlifts. Air-Conditioning climatecontrol. Roofmountedwith integrated Mirrors heatedand adjustable. Twostylesof gull wing mirrors,electrically Pre-Heater With digitaltimer and automaticlow fuel levelcut off. Enhanced Seating your vehicle reflectyour own tastesand requirements. A rangeof optionswhichcan individualise to Entertainmnt A selection video,audioand DVDsystems enteftainyour clients. of to

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