That's great that you know the history, and will see the previous owner occasionally. I can think of three cars that I owned years ago that I would love to know what became of them. I'll contact you if I ever sell my Duster clone!
Edit: Oh and your car is very cool, too! Way to stick with it. My story is similar. I bought it in '08, and just got it on the road this Spring.
But, I digress...
Thanks! Family life and other projects took priority but I kept plugging along when I could. That's awesome and had to feel great finally getting it on the road and it looks good with the Pro Star wheels!