Bob has owned and/or restored a number of Ts over the years, but I think the last one was more than 30 years ago. Another club member was advertising his recently-restored '26 RPU and apparently Bob figured now was the time to jump back in water. He knew I was familiar with the car and called me for some background info, and as he explained it "This money in the bank is not really doing much for me. Maybe I should have some fun with it". I couldn't agree more.
They say the happiest days in owning an old car (old boat, old motorcycle, old house, etc) are the day you buy it and the day you sell it. Both parties were happy folks today. Me too — I was asked to drive the old heap 25 miles from seller to buyer and was delighted to help, notwithstanding the rather chilly -7°C (20°F) weather and brisk wind from the northwest.
Still getting excited about old cars at 96. That's the guy I want to be 31 years from now!
