Musings: Restoration = Money loss! (ALWAYS)

My wife buys candles...lots of em, because she enjoys them. No return on her investment.
I look at my car and motorcycles the same way, for the enjoyment. I know my hobby is more expensive, but I'm frugal and spend modestly. I'm not looking for a return on investment, but in the end, I feel if I have to part with one of my toys, I haven't lost my rear on them.