It's a fun toy to have... and one that will teach even the poorest of mechanics (me) a thing or two. Panky's right... at the moment few people are selling on.
I suggest you acknowledge you've bitten the bullet... the first initial payout is only the first of others that are possible - think new discs, new springs, a six-speed or overdrive, rewiring, AA membership (!)...
...just enjoy it.