Sorry, I could not let this one pass me by. What's wrong with monstrosities? (Monster Deloreans in particular) All custom Deloreans have there place, and in some cases, a purpose. I appreciate concourse Deloreans, daily drivers, customized Deloreans and even works in progress or damaged Deloreans. Each has a story. I think that one of the 'aversions' that many DML members and Delorean owners in general have with regards to comments about customizing is that long time Delorean owners and enthusiasts have heard most of this before but often never hear about action taken or see a finished item that fulfills the expectation or, at least, an item or customization that actually does what the person has set out to do. I'm not discouraging talk and discussion, but at least make an attempt at checking the archives before posting something that you think is a first time post (or idea), only to find out with another post that the list had a major thread on the same topic a few weeks or months ago. It's nice to TALK about doing something, but it is quite another to actually DO it. It's great to get ideas and feedback before jumping into something, but if you say it, mean it. Follow through on it. I applaud all the vendors who have followed through with their ideas and improvements that have made the Delorean a better and safer car to drive. I also applaud the vendors and others who have produced items that make the car perform better, make it look better or just make it more fun to own, drive and show. As for customizing in general, D REX was my first custom Delorean project after refurbishing and restoring "stock" Deloreans as a hobby for nearly 17 years. D REX is only the first of several custom Delorean projects I intend to build (or at least start) during 2002, but I rather have the projects do the talking for me. Expect BIG things at the Memphis 2002 show. See you there. Rich W. --- In dmcnews@xxxx, "Sean Spurlock" <sean_dmc1@xxxx> wrote: > > This may not even make it to the post but... > > I am very curious why so many people on this list are against customizing > their DeLorean? When I say customizing...I don't necessarily mean gutting > the car, painting it, and making it into some kind of monstrosity.