Should I get this Bianchi?
 

What do you think about this bike - http://page8.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/h52893693

It's 80s era Bianchi with Dura-Ace components. The auction ends in 2 hours, I still can't decide whether should I get it or not.

I want to ride it, a lot, I really like the bike, but I'm worried that if something breaks/wears out I won't be able to replace it.

What are your thoughts?

Thanks in advance.

Cheers

Uh oh, it's in Japanese...can you translate the yen into dollars for the latest bid?

East Hill

It's around 500 dollars for now.

Um, I think that would be a bit too much for me...but I am cheap.

East Hill

Stateside you can do better for $500.

Parts should not be a problem, pretty much standard Italian stuff, easily obtainable!

Overpriced? Oh well, I'll pass then.

Overpriced in the states maybe. But in Tokyo, maybe a bargain. I am not a DuraAce aficionado, but I do believe at least some of the group is early DuraAce which I would think would make it a bit more valuable. The Japanese collectors are a bit more willing to spend for bikes. Bid is now $639.

It just went for 90k yen (730$). Too much for me anyway.

Yeah, sorry we did not spot this earlier to give you more time to mull it over. I only saw it because I was at work!

East Hill

It's ok, it's too pricey.

As a point of reference, a new TSX frame (only) in celeste recently sold for $810 US stateside