quote: "I guess my thinking is we all overspend on our cars anyway so why not invest the $$ in an accessory that the car originally was equipped with..."
I don’t think it’s a matter of overspending. We shell out so much due to being in a specific group, collectors/enthusiasts. It’s like motorcycling. A small group compared to the rest of the population. So motorcycle ‘stuff’ commands a high price for catering to a small group. Same goes for us. Since I own motorcycles I’m use to high prices on necessary items, and even higher on creature comforts. I won’t even go into Beemer specific stuff. The one bargain I have found in motorcycling are ‘60’s –‘70’s vintage Honda’s. Parts are plentiful and so are the bikes. Now if you don’t know how to service one, that can get expensive if taken to someone who will. I have to agree to the WOW factor of having a working power top. Yes it will drain your wallet when you need to get it back in working order. IMO it’s worth it for the satisfaction and smiles it brings.
Tom '02 Kawasaki KLR 650 '94 BMW R1100RSL '88 Chevrolet K1500 '73 Honda CL 350K5 '71 Honda CB 350K3
The one bargain I have found in motorcycling are ‘60’s –‘70’s vintage Honda’s. Parts are plentiful and so are the bikes. Now if you don’t know how to service one, that can get expensive if taken to someone who will. 
