I wouldnt say every nut and bolt resto, but not far off it either. Will be replacing most things i imagine. It will still be used, but rarely. I live on acreage and use my Victa ride on for most things. Could actually get away with not using the push mower anywhere if i had to. Its more of a resto to its former glory, get it looking and running brand new again. It was bought for my father for a fathers day gift, and he has since passed. The sentimental value is really the only driving force in restoring it.