What constitutes "restoration"?, Looks like the PCR's will put me in resto class next year |
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What constitutes "restoration"?, Looks like the PCR's will put me in resto class next year |
Pat Garvey |
Dec 12 2007, 08:59 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
I would hardly call my '72 914 "restored".
Yes, most of the exterior panels were repainted - in 1979! But, the PCR gurus tell me it's "restored". One says if it was repainted anywhere, it's restored. Another says "if 30% of the panels were repainted, it's restored". I just love this degree of decisiveness! So, here's what was repainted - all exterior panels, except the engine lid (which was used to match the degree of orange peel). No, the engine bay was not painted, nor the undersides of the lids, nor any of the belly parts or trunks. Nor were the door jambs. The repaint was to original specs by a Mercedes shop in Cincinnati. In '79 they wanted no part of the car, but owed a favor to a buddy of mine. Did a wonderful job! Beyond that, I've maintained the rest of the finishes of the car. Yep, I've replaced a bunch of parts through the years that needed it - I still call this maintenance. I've always used factory parts to maintain the car. I have a stockpile of factory parts to use as the years go buy, but they are maintenance parts. So, instead of a black and white poll - tell me your thoughts on whether this car is resored or preserved. It'll help me make a decision in January. All questions are considered fair, and will be answered. All comments are considered fair - I will accept all (except tire questions/comments). Let's hear it! Pat ps: If you want pics, fine. |
davep |
Dec 13 2007, 11:01 AM
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914 Historian Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,195 Joined: 13-October 03 From: Burford, ON, N0E 1A0 Member No.: 1,244 Region Association: Canada |
I'd have to agree that it is preserved and not a restoration. I think that any paint job that is 15 years old or over should not be classed as a restoration. Proving that is another thing. Proving that the car has original paint would also be difficult.
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