screw what all the haters say...if you have the time, the ability (or the ability to learn), and the money then do what you will. i posted questions on what components to use or info on the model and was immediately hit with derogatory comments. not once did i ask if it was worth the rebuild, but it still came. the worth of any particular item is determined by the person holding it. it may be a different story if you try to resell, again haters will hate. as for me, i would take it as far as i could afford, not caring if some critic in a far off state says its not worth a second look. main thing is you enjoyed or learned from the experience and it furthers your love for cycling.