I lost count last time I was at the round table for the countries fiscal plan. LOL.
Quite honestly, when you're having fun and inventing which in itself makes it pricey with those pesky one of none items, costs goes out the door. But the love of Hot Rodding steps in.

I have on many occasions made stuff from free found objects including light alloys. The fasteners and welding services is another animal, but one can take their time and incrementally purchase stuff.