Original vs restored

Posted by Garrett Meadows On 2016/9/5 17:40:38

I just discovered the reality TV show "Chasing Classic Cars" in which one of the hosts said he'd prefer an original car with patina to a restored version of the same car. He said the patina added to the originality and value of the car.

This brings me to question which is preferable to a buyer/collector: an original 1938 Packard 120 hardtop coupe with patina or a restored one?

I need to specify that the guy on "Chasing Classic Cars" defined "original" as a car that is functional, not rusted, and is basically good to go.

as always
Garrett Meadows