A little off topic, but following the debate above about Pinto as classic...yes or no...
I live in Hollywood and work in the film business. My friends and employees drive Porshe's, BMW's and other expensive cars. When they see the Pinto Runabout, they get a huge smile on their faces. Everyone has a memory to share about a Pinto in their family. Seeing a Pinto makes them happy. Isn't that what life is about? It's called "follow your heart".
Collectively, we all do this because it brings us joy, mostly I'm guessing, because hearing a Pinto start up, shifting the gears, and "participating" in driving, rather than having 100 mini-computers do it for you is FUN.
Is the Pinto a classic? In my mind, yes. I believe values will go up. If they don't, I'm left with the joy I've experienced on this board and driving my Pony.
No regrets!
Isn't that what life is about?