Dave, I know we aren't alone, simply because people keep bringing me their toys....but I haven't shot any flat black for over 10 years! (except inside the fenders. :-)

Also, I watch younger guys here spending 30-60K on new cars, 50-100K on sand rails, and 250-350K on houses, so I don't think the money is always the issue that some say. Maybe it is for those raising a family, or having a one-paycheck-household.