[dfwright]

Drive old/older cars and trucks. They’re cool.You can work on them yourself

Provided that you can get parts, yes. The same parts problems making it difficult to build new cars will likely affect your ability to keep the beater running as well.

[Dr. Sivana]

Provided that you can get parts, yes. The same parts problems making it difficult to build new cars will likely affect your ability to keep the beater running as well.

If you are concerned about parts availability, stick with extremely popular old models Ford and Chevy pickups didn't change much from year to year, early Ford Mustangs, '57 Chevies and B/E body Mopars have large aftermarket parts markets. Also, there are ways to retro fit a Chevy 350 into almost everything (though Ford people may throw rocks at you).

New car money can take you far in a classic car, especially if it doesn't have the appearance restored perfectly (paint jobs/body work will run you).