[POORSH]

"I listened to the purists when I restored my 356 back to stock. Unfortunately I have regretted it. It's a great car to look at but I really don't enjoy driving it. I look at 356 Outlaw and rGrouppe guys and know those guys are having more fun with their cars than I am."

I think this is so true. I recently bought a 72 with a 3.0 that basically has all the right upgrades with the exception of the cosmetics (presentable paint, not exceptional). But this is what I wanted. Original body with better power. I have more fun driving this car than any of the other cars I've owned. I can go anywhere and not have to worry too much about it. I once had a Boxster that I couldn't drive anywhere without getting stressed out about it. Took all the fun out of it.

I also a have 73.5 T Targa that I got from the original owner. While the car runs awesome, I don't think I would go the hot rod with this car because of its originalitiy. I would probably restore it one day, but that won't be for many years in the future as it is a pretty darn good driver right now. Also, I think I would enjoy the body mods on a coupe more. With that being said, if I were you, I would restore this to stock and pick up a cheap roller for the ST mod. Just my $0.2.