Hey Bill,
I plan to restore to original. My dad bought new; ordered it in 1944 and finally got it in 1946. Road the Greyhound bus from Warrior, Alabama to Birmingham to get it. I think he said he paid $2,700. Not sure if that's right. I've got her torn down to the frame. I'v already restored frame, front suspension. Working on rear suspension, rear axle and rear brakes now.
I'll post some pictures in a few days.
Thanks for the compliment.
Doug Mc