Restoration is Destruction
A basic charter for any museum is to conserve the objects placed in their care. The Simeone Museum in Philadelphia (www.simeonemuseum.org) believes that certain cars because of their place in history are deserving of the term "historically important". These cars are like fine buildings and should be restricted from changes in their originality. How does that apply to you? Do you, as an individual, really have any responsibility for conserving or preserving the car in your garage? Should the car in your garage be preserved? Or, does it require a restoration? Preservation: The essence of preservation is stabilization. Preservation is an effort to decrease the rate of deterioration. It involves maintaining the condition of the car. You should also drive the car on a regular basis. The engine seals and brake components need to be used on a regular basis. Letting a car sit idle for long periods of time can result in significant damage to a variety of parts. Not drivin...