Yeah, humidity here can definitely mess with DIY fixes, especially on older cars. Curious though, did you notice any difference in your insurance premiums after getting the professional restoration done? Sometimes upgrades like that can affect coverage or value...
Didn't notice a huge jump personally, but a couple things to keep in mind:
- Had to update the agreed-upon value with my insurer (they insisted after restoration).
- Premium went up slightly, but honestly worth it for peace of mind.
Humidity or not, better safe than sorry...
Good points, especially about updating the agreed value. Had a similar experience a few years back after restoring my old Mustang. Thought I could skate by without updating the policy, but my agent was pretty blunt about it—basically said I'd regret it if something happened. Premium went up a bit, sure, but honestly, the peace of mind is worth every penny. Learned the hard way years ago when a buddy's restored Camaro got totaled and he hadn't updated his coverage... insurance payout barely covered half his investment. Humidity or not, Arkansas weather can be unpredictable enough that it's just not worth risking it. Glad you got yours sorted out.
Couldn't agree more about keeping agreed values current. Had a similar issue with my restored Porsche 911—thought the appraisal from five years ago would hold up, but my agent quickly set me straight. Classic and luxury car values fluctuate more than most realize, especially with market trends and restoration quality. A small bump in premium is nothing compared to losing thousands if something unexpected happens. Arkansas storms alone make it worth staying proactive on this stuff... learned that lesson early on.
"Classic and luxury car values fluctuate more than most realize, especially with market trends and restoration quality."
Exactly. Seen plenty of folks burned by outdated appraisals—especially after major market shifts. Re-evaluating every couple years isn't just smart, it's basic common sense if you value your investment.
