As long as he isn't passing someone else's work off as his own, what's the big deal. I don't see why this continues to be such an issue. Yeah, he 'bought' the car, but it's still his! I don't see why people think if you hire a pro, you're not a 'real hot rodder'. Why does it matter? Follow that logic- If you didn't build the house you own, wouldn't that mean you're not really a homeowner? I just don't get why people get so wrapped up about who built the car (owner vs. shop or other party), and totally ignore the car.