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Nelson C · 07-12-2018, 01:30 PM

Antique vehicle preservation/restoration can include many skills such as wood working, electrical, upholstery, mechanical (engine/chassis), body work, painting, etc.; just to name a few. In addition, tools, equipment, and shop space is required.

My guess is that most of us don't have all these skills and naturally rely on others with the requisite skill level.

While the out of pocket cash costs for preservation/restoration are most important, your efforts/work in the project brings non-cash value and benefits.

For example, if you completely rebuild the Model A Brake System, you will learn an awful lot about the braking system and have a much better appreciation for your car's brakes. Having someone else rebuild them will not impart that value/knowledge.

The true cost of restoration/preservation should factor in the value/knowledge you gained through the process.

07-12-2018, 01:30 PM	#63
Nelson C Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Posts: 54	Re: Cos of A Restoration Antique vehicle preservation/restoration can include many skills such as wood working, electrical, upholstery, mechanical (engine/chassis), body work, painting, etc.; just to name a few. In addition, tools, equipment, and shop space is required. My guess is that most of us don't have all these skills and naturally rely on others with the requisite skill level. While the out of pocket cash costs for preservation/restoration are most important, your efforts/work in the project brings non-cash value and benefits. For example, if you completely rebuild the Model A Brake System, you will learn an awful lot about the braking system and have a much better appreciation for your car's brakes. Having someone else rebuild them will not impart that value/knowledge. The true cost of restoration/preservation should factor in the value/knowledge you gained through the process.