QUOTE(Jasfsmith @ Jul 24 2007, 08:46 AM)
QUOTE(1970 Neun vierzehn @ Jul 23 2007, 10:18 PM)
Pat,
I'd interpret what you were told as this, you can elect to be in the "preservation" class, but if someone else in that class has original, or mostly original paint, you would lose points when compared to his "original" finish. If, on the other hand, you placed your car in the "restoration" class and my newly refinished car was also in that class, you could conceivably lose points to my car because I'll have a considerably newer, fresher paint finish.
Now of course other areas of the car are judged, but somehow the rules seem to be weighted
against your particular circumstances.
This certainly appears to be a grey area. These rules will bear watching for clarification as there may be a number of us interested in appearing at the PCA Parade in Charlotte next year. I'm sure you will keep us informed as you hear details.
Paul
I agree with you in your assessment ot the Preservation Class, however you would not likely lose points on a "fresher" paint finish. In Restoration Class, it is how well you restored the item to original condition (thus "restoration"). In both classes, wear and tear that occurs during travel to the event is not affect negatively in judging.
One advantage in the Restoration Class is there you recevie mileage (odometer) bonus points.
To date, I've recieved no further communication from the PCR gods.
Though I don'r consider my 914 restored because of an exterior paint job, others may (the paint job WAS performed in 1979!). I've always "preserved" the engine, trans, chassis, suspension, interior, glass, etc to original condition (as recieved from the dealer). So, I'm willing to participate in Preservation or Resoration, and I WANT the chassis judged.
Bonus points for the mileage driven is a consideration, though mine has less than 68k on it. But, I can prove it! How many in Resto will be able to prove mileage, unless the are the first or second generation owner.
Not sure what I'll do at this point. Not afraid of either class, just trying to optimize for my 914.
Pat