I'm a retired professional engineer that spent 34 years in the design and construction of thermal power plants.

I've got a 1970 Spitfire that I bought from the original owner in 1971. I drove it year around as my primary ride for about 5 years, including a 75 mile roundtrip to/from work, before I took it off the road because I didn't have time for the constant attention it needed. I had it in storage in my garage for almost 30 years. Nearly 100% original, including original Lucas headlights, AM radio, tool kit including that little snap-closed plastic case, etc. Amazingly, never had any rust or body damage. And yes, the whitewalls are correct, although the wheel covers are not. Been back on the road since Spring of '05.

My next goal is to put together a 1970 GT6+ and restore it to original condition as well.Right now, I've got 2 of the 1970 Gt6+, one 1969 GT6+, and one additional 1970 Spitfire. Running out of garage space, so I may actually have to really do something soon!