Taking a look at performance, but they don't seem to have anything up my alley. The Scattante Americano III isn't far off for the sale tag right now, but the lack of drop-downs alone is a minus. Other lower-end Scattantes on sale as well.
Even still, for the high depreciation rate of a new bike, as well as the allure to would-be thieves, I should speculate, I'm still leaning toward the used market. I'm wondering though, if I'm going to be picky, if anyone has any suggestions on any models in particular I should keep a keen eye for, even it needs a little restoration.