Dude I'm one of the old skool brigade too. Had the car since new. NEVER thought those words would ever come out my mouth, but alas. I LOVE the car, still makes me smile, but I'm spending money on it still that could be used elsewhere.
The ride is still too harsh, it needs all painting and wheels need doing. But the most important thing was...I just had engine rebuilt to considerable expense and it doesn't feel that much different.
I hardly hit the shows anymore due to the car needing beautifying, and I'm 34 next month. Bout time I spent my money elsewhere.