Just finished reading the Dreamers thread about that 63 Avanti and it got me wondering. Which car would have the higher resale value; A well done *RESTORATION* or a well done Resto-mod. When I say restoration I am talking about a full frame off costing upwards of $30,000+ resulting in a close to factory new vehicle. And when I say Resto-mod I am talking about the same basic quality of workmanship but with upgraded/modified features.
For example lets start with two 62 GT's (the car I'm most familiar with) in #4 condition and a budget of say $35,000 (I know you can spend more). One restored to factory new and the other with modified brakes, suspension, electrical, interior and paint etc. etc... Both *Studebaker* powered (for some reason I have a very visceral reaction to a SBC in any other make of car.
I know there is no real answer to this question I just wanted to hear the pros and cons of going in either direction.
For example lets start with two 62 GT's (the car I'm most familiar with) in #4 condition and a budget of say $35,000 (I know you can spend more). One restored to factory new and the other with modified brakes, suspension, electrical, interior and paint etc. etc... Both *Studebaker* powered (for some reason I have a very visceral reaction to a SBC in any other make of car.
I know there is no real answer to this question I just wanted to hear the pros and cons of going in either direction.
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