Good real world example Dave. $5k and it was a beaut body to start with and only a ute to perform panel work on. I've seen how much time and effort has gone into the yellow 5litre HK GTS may mate has just finished the body and paint work on. All up it is hundreds of hours work, probably getting nearer to 1000 hours. It is worth it in the end but still a massive investment in commitment and time.