Restored, or Original? It depends on the condition that you obtain the bike in. It also depends on the make/model/year. You will never end up with the same original looks fully restored, but if you need to restore, I agree, "do it right".
I learned long ago with my '32 High Boy Hot Rod was fun right up until I did a full-on body off rotisserie paint job. It was no longer fun to drive, and I sold it. You could no longer take it to Home Depot when you spent all of your time worrying about dents scratches in the parking lot.
Give me "a driver, or a rider" anyday. That's why my Cycle Truck stays in grey primer, and I take it and ride it everywhere.
John