Fred Thomas states:
>Model A restorers club of U.S.does have a deduction of a few points for a
>over restored car,but rarely use it, what they have now done is added a
>driving class for a nicely restored car that is driven and not trailered.
>Andy what I would like to see is maybe a 10 point bonus for a driven car,
>and I think you can tell the difference between the two, even though some
>trailered car owners may claim to be drivers.
Hear,hear! For truly rare cars or for shows far from home, perhaps a
trailer is a good idea. Beyond that, drive the car. I place a great
emphasis on the odometer. A nice car with a lot of miles on it really
impresses me and tells me that the owner is serious.
Phil Barnes (peb3@cornell.edu)
Cortland, NY (nowhere near New York City)
'71 TR6 CC61193L (21 year owner)
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