1973 Schwinn Collegiate Womens Bike Appraisal and Advice
Hi there! I'm new to the forum and I just bought a 1973 Schwinn Collegiate Women's bike for $20 at an auction. It has a ton of grim on it (I think its just been sitting in a barn for 30 years) but from what I can tell underneath all the dust and dirt thats collected on it is in good shape and what appears to be all original parts and definitely original paint. I'm curious on how much its worth all fixed up and clean. I've seen anywhere from 75 to 200 on the internet so I'm a little confused.
Also, If anyone has any advice for me on fixing up this bike I'd appreciate it so much! This will be my first time fixing up a bike, so maybe I just wasted 20 dollars, I'm not sure. It has some spotted surface rust on it and the wheels are totally rotted and I'm not sure If I should even attempt to save the rims. Any advice on worth and cleaning would be great!
Thanks!