Built not bought


the anti-chequebook approach to the restoration and modification of old cars, in particular cl-ssic fords. budget, diy home-grown fabrication and dedication as opposed to ready-made parts. in the shed, not off the shelf.
person 1: “did you buy that jolly fine manifold off the shelf?”

person 2: “shelf? i made the shelf… my car’s built not bought, mate.”

person 1: “you the man.”

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