Put my car in a car show yesterday... Was not as fun as I thought it would be

My daughter made a comment about a pretty beat up car in a show once. I told her that the next time she sees the car it may have new seats, or a paint job, or new wheels. All cars are projects and the fun thing about shows is seeing the progression.

My car looks good from 20 feet, but I need a paint job badly. Chipping paint, scratches, etc.. I put all my money in the motor, transmission and rear end. I go to a lot of car shows and a lot of people look at my car. I get good and bad comments, but I go to the shows to see the other cars and also to get ideas for my car. I don't ever expect much for my car, though I have been surprised with plaques on two occasions. I just go to have a good time.