Well yer but we arent talking about another country here, We are talking about Bowden and his collection here in Australia.

But we are talking about other countries, because you are comparing the universal appeal/recognition of a Ferrari with a Torana.  

Good luck to the guy though, if he can use the public to fund his hobby then go hard man.

Dick Johnson and his company declared bankruptcy 18 months ago so obviously he has resorted to doing whatever it takes to make ends meet - even as a de facto tour guide. It just goes to prove the traditional domestic race car market is too small to rely on for long term survival and the only way to both survive and grow is to adopt a more global mindset.

EDIT for your edit: Regional = Australia.

When it comes to high end cars, people need to think globally, not just locally.

Where did I say that exotic car collectors are above muscle car collectors? Sounds a tad on the defensive side.