Yes, I saw the blue one for $14k, that other reference wants $14k too. I just can't believe that much for a rusty project! I saw them just last year on ebay; complete, unmolested, rusty time capsule for $10-12K. I thought a hopeless case would be less. Pretty much just buying a pattern and title.
I've got the green light from my wife, so my eyes are open. Was trying to do something for less than $10k. I've got a line on half (well 2/3) of one. I'll post how I make out.
RM