I started driving mine in '78, thrashed on it, autocrossed it for the next three years, street raced, top end runs by the dozen, long black marks by the multiple yards - in general, had a blast! I did a quick clean-up when I got it, new top, paint, started the interior but mostly drivetrain and suspension work. I did get some compliments but enjoyed the sour looks from the losers!
It has been dormant for the last fifteen years, waiting to be done right - and "right" ranges from resto to radical depending on my mood!