800 mile roadtrip

these cars were meant to be driven. Americans crossed the fruited plains in these vehicles. Don't ask them to run with todays cars with 8 speed transmissions, high speeds and darting in and out of traffic and all. We travel in ours... thousands of miles. Never a hic-up yet (yet, i say :D) If they run good, don't overheat, charge good, you are good. Road! Road! Road!
Exactly, and make sure you plan your route carefully and watch the weather forecast. Make sure your wheel bearings are good and your lug nuts are tight. If it will role you can hobble along with little problems until you get to a safe place to work on them.