I have opened a can of worms

i had the shock of a lifetime today, took to buddy's body shop for an estimate. The car to me, a noob, looked solid as can be, i was wrong. He went around it and pointed out about a million bondo spots. If i were to purchase the panels and hinges and trim etc... He told me that i should expect to spend about 10 g's. I said hell no, murder it out! It is getting a new washable flat black, smoked lenses, engine compartment and black wheels. To tell you the truth, I am very excited, subconsciously, this is what i wanted. Now i get to have fun with it, tinker and take my time with no expectations. I can breathe now!