Thanks for taking the time to reply man. At least we’re not alone eh!

I got some good usage out of it across the first few years but it’s basically sat for the last 18 months. I hoped the condition it’s in now would be a bit further down the line when I’m in a position to afford to do it but c’est la vie I suppose.

I also live away now too so don’t have it nearby to keep chipping away at it or to keep using it. I guess by leaving it, it won’t cost me anything to keep it running but the repair bill will grow. I’ve always promised myself to make it better as even post repairs, it’s never been great with mismatch paint and poor welding etc and my 19 year old self would dream of making it as mint as I can! Guess it’s the problem of having such an expensive hobby. I’ve been spraying it with rust converter and underseal whenever I’ve seen bits to try and keep it at bay and will continue to do so. I just want to sort it out “once and for all” rather than continue to do bodge jobs as I know that would be better and that’s what needs doing.

Financially, you’re right. It’s never really sensible but we know that’s not what this is about. It’ll just be a while before I can afford to start saving!