Yep Doug, I like your idea here that they're "only original once". I think I'd refrain from restoring its minor cosmetic flaws too, especially considering your description of its present way above average condition for its age.

This is soooooooooo cool!

Betcha can't wait to get that baby in your garage, huh?!


Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)