Friday, April 22, 2011

To restore or not to restore

Bugatti Type 57


I've been think a lot lately about the question of restoration. There is a growing trend here in the states keeping cars original. I for the most part agree with this. There have been so many great cars stripped of there originality by over restoration.  I have to admit Seeing cars that have been perfectly restored by very talented craftsman are a sight to behold.  Just because you have the means to restore a car doesn't mean you should. I have been very lucky to drive great examples of both Pebble Beach winning & totally original cars.  I'll leave it to you to choose what is better.

                                                
                                                                 Bugatti Type 57 Aravis


                        
                                                                                                    Pierce Arrow