Jim, good example of a "backyard" business. There's a lot of merit in being less choosey about the type / make of cars that you restore, giving you the opportunity to bid on more restoration jobs. Plus working at home reduces the cost of operation (but increases the risk of financial exposure later).
However, my personal opinion leans towards specializing. Less opportunities to work with, but a far better chance of building that all-important reputation. Look at
www.texastransams.com , Dave Mars built it from the ground up with his father. While he doesnt get many resto's a year (maybe two orders, taking 12-18 months for a full frame-off) his quality is suposedly the best, and people around the country seek him out.
There's a trade-off that needs to be discussed - bid on all muscle car resto opportunities to get more deals per year, or specialize and build a reputation as an expert in your limited space? Tough choice.
- Dave, no F-body, no P-body, and a minivan parked on the driveway. I'm so whipped!