Yes a lot of time has elapsed since this thread started. I think it is now getting closer to when these cars enter true antique status.

The ones still surviving may get better treatment as well. I see them almost in general as the most simple cars still in daily service on an age related basis for many.

Listings on ebay for 123s on sale are now way down. When this thread originated there where almost thirty or more always for sale on that venue alone.