I have done both on the body work side, basic paint and body I can handle at a compotent level. High dollar cars deserving a real pro I pay the price and more difficult, wait the time. I am about to jump on some serious metal work just because its that time in my growth. Component restoration is a blast and I have never paid to have that done, infact have made a fair amount of money doing it for others over the years. You can get a real sense of accomplishment and you feel your (immediate) project is done everytime you finish a section. The assembly is no big deal if you know the car. With the convertible I would probably farm the shell out, without question (too afraid it would fold up like a pocket knife) and do the rest myself without question. I've building fort 25+ years and am well connected in the business, so tools and additional info is never an issue. The only way to get to a high level is to tackle something new.