Originally Posted by
pennycandy
Best advice I've ever heard about antiques (in general)- Buy what you can afford and because you love it. Do not consider them an investment because you never know what the future brings.
As Miriam said this is a labor of love. It can be very easy to get in over your head if you buy everything that you see. Take time to figure out what you really love.
I totally agree with that. I have many antiques in my house and my husband and I do vintage/custom cars. While my 66 Mustang has appreciated considerably in the 20 years since I bought it, we've also put a fortune in it in restoration/modification costs. I don't consider my cars/antiques/vintage sewing machines as investments. They are things I love and things I want to have around me. Their value on the open market is somewhat irrelevant to me.