You know for me, 20 some years since playing w/ cars, working behind a desk, busting my _ss; now a little more in the position to afford this hobby...I find that turning a wrench
, busting knuckles
and cussing over the mistakes
, while drinking a beer
is half the fun. Then there's the adrenaline you get from the car when it's complete.
I think enjoying working w/ your hands and building something is one trate we all probably share. Others who don't share that desire won't understand that it's not just the $.
Enjoy the build, do what satisfies you.