Concur.

Why is this even an issue. Should be a no brainer.

When I considered putting a modern drive train in my 67 GT350 I discovered it would lose most of its value, even if I kept the original drivetrain in a crate and did not permanently modify the car to accommodate the newer engine and transmission I would still lose the value of it being 'original'. I loved driving it, but that hyper 289, Borg Warner t10 tranny and Detroit locking rear is one hell of a rough drivetrain. The suspension was likewise unforgiving. Not an ideal roadtrip car by any stretch of the imagination. Basically this was one of the unused race versions built at the beginning of the 67 run that were not used. no insulation, no arm rests, no back seat, radio delete. power steering and power brakes and Kelsey Hayes two piece rims were the total option list.

As this is part of my retirement strategy, The car is unmolested and still hiding in a garage in Florida. I haven't driven it in 15 years. Start the engine move it a bit exercise the brakes. that's all it gets now.

If the road trip is for a burger and fries or a nice pizza and beer I'm sure it's more than adequate. Crazy thing to sock away.

Would FIVA support your vehicle if you modified it to look like a giant sheepdog?