I get what you mean, and in a reverse and irreverent way I smirk at '50 s and '60 s muscle cars (with proper factory cable ends and hose clamps) that will never be enjoyed for the way they could burn the tires with ease. Or the way the quad(s) could drain the tank of gas in a night (for five dollars). Museum pieces are only that, pieces of static artwork. Pleasure cars need to be in a state of flux. Able to meet the demands of the day; in a world of increasing costs for (rapidly) decreasing supply.
My avatar to date, has had repairs only by me. To use it for anything other than a toy, would take more than I can afford. I've got my sights on a dream of a flathead V8 with vintage body, and modern (no disc) controls. As mentioned by DD931 I can do without the interstate. Its more fun, without the pressure.
