I can't wait until you can post pictures!
What it's worth is a lot of FUN! You can spend what you care to, just keep it running well.
And I wouldn't know, I tend to spend more on parts and accessories than the bike.
But I have a red and white ~1954 Hornet myself and it's a lot of fun.
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