We decided to do not a typical restoration, but more of a "preservation" of many of it's features. The body was clear-coated with modern paint on top of the original paint. We wet-sanded it then clear coated it to make sure it will last. The mechanicals were refurbished but we put all new brakes and other safety features. The engine vapor locked on it when hot because today's fuels contain volatiles that flash off quickly. We modernized the fuel system a little by putting an electric fuel pump back at the tank to keep the system under pressure and prevent boiling.