Originally Posted by
SHiZNiLTi
It's ok buying a cheap bike just to get a frame to start working with...
Just plan to swap out the bottom bracket, crankset, pedals, brake pads, freewheel cog and wheels.
At that point it ceases to be a cheap bike, and you've likely spent more than you would on a decent bike to begin with. You don't have to spend a lot to get a decent bike. Plan to replace the saddle, pedals, and tires on almost anything you buy, though.