General question about parts...

Believe you me, if it were up to me, that car would be in my driveway right now. I just found out this evening that the car still runs. The guy that owns it starts it periodically to keep everything working. The problem is that this guy has owned this car since it was new. 45 years. There is a certain amount of sentimental attachment involved. I don't want to pressure the guy so much that he backs off. I told him that we would move at his pace. I really WANT this car so I am going to give him all the time that he needs. I will keep you all updated.