Thanks JJ, agree these older cars can stand on their own merits, even today. This (great) string and the current one on HW passenger car builds are gratifying in showing that building or restoring old kits is not totally passe in our hobby. To whit, and of course only opinion, in the context of a well designed and scenicked layout the shortcomings in fidelity of these older cars is often secondary to the overall effect, and you're certainly spot-on with regard to the feel and individuality of kit-builds. It's a big hobby with plenty of room for all tastes. Salute!
Pete