I remember writing a rant on this list several years ago about this
issue. It was Henry Ford who taught Andrew Carnegie to quit
over-restoring antiques. The patina is what defines them. I'll spare
the rest of the rant.
I recall there was a remarkable MKII survivor on e-bay a year or two ago
that went for about $55,000? True originals with their original paint
and air in their tires are extremely rare and I am betting will become
much more valuable over time than restored cars....
But just my dos centavos of course.....
Chris
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