47-55.1 Getting ready for a car (truck) show

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Originally Posted by mr48chev

I'd say that part of the patina thing is that too many guys want instant gratification and want to throw their project together fast and get it on the road.

Good point but cost still governs!!! Just a small dent with paint on most cars can run up to $2k!!. Sadly I think the days of restoration have taken a fatal inflationary hit. Fully restored ADs may be the only way to go.