What a treat to work on something so unique; and what a work environment!!! The only thing missing were a few Hooters Girls to bring you lemonade and wipe the sweat off your brow whilst working.
As far as selling the car, there had to be some level of frustration owning what is already a museum piece; knowing that if you drove it like you wanted to, you'd be degrading the historical value of the car. Besides, guys at his level play Monopoly with REAL money and real game pieces!!! He'll have something as equally awesome for you to detail in no time.
[PS: you've heard it before, but: top-notch write up - many thanks]