The Mecum Effect...Part of the Problem...or Part of the Solution???

now days these people that have old early 70s 4 doors and the like (no offense) and watch these auctions have a firm belief that their rusted hulk of a mopar is now worth upwards of 5 Gs or better. gone are the days when we were hot rodding our beloved mopars regardless of what it may be worth,(i still dont care) but we did it because they are fast and damn good looking doing it. while the spotlight on the rare hemi and six pack cars has brought the prices of just about every 60s and 70s chrysler products through the roof,prices have actually dropped in recent years, it has also had a domino effect in that these guys who watch the bidding and feed the frenzy,pay people to run the country side picking up every 68 charger they can get their hands on and dump a grip of cash in them and try to triple their money, and in turn ,dissing out the average guy who wants to build up a mopar, and cant find cars or parts for decent money. it seems everyone has gone on a buying binge and a part out frenzy at the same time. i think when the dust settles, the prices will level out on parts and 6 cylinder cars and the more desirable cars will still maintain their value. i know if it were not for guys parting cars out,i wouldnt have what i need for my duster.i see no benefit of running up prices, its only to profit off of those who will pay big money. hey, if they want to pay 4000 bucks for a 71 duster 225/6 car that is rusted into the ground ,have at it, it doesnt mean the rusted out 71 down the block is worth 4000, it means the guy wanted it that bad.