[skierkaj]

I understand where all you guys are coming from. I know I may not have as much experience as some others out there, but I do know that restoring a vintage vehicle is a lot of work. I did everything MYSELF on my camaro, minus the final coat of paint and clearcoat. I agree with you Charley, that you do have mixed emotions about beating on your car (i.e. stone chips from some gravel and sealcoat on my quarters and bottom of front fenders), but once again, IMO, cars are meant to be driven and shown off. It gives you a good feeling when you pull into a crowded football game parking lot, and everyone stares at you as you rumble past. IMO, if the car is too good to be driven, you don't deserve to own it. I hope this hasn't offended anyone.

In response to Born30YrsLate, who says those glory days are over? No car should have to suffer the feats of "retirement lane," unless you're talking about a Geo. Cars don't have the satisfaction of a retirement; fellow wrencheads forbid it. True Wrencheads want the same performance as "back in the day," and aren't afraid to use the car. A car's only true retirement comes in the form of a crusher.