Originally Posted by
auchencrow
I don't think you can count hang-on parts as part of the insanity equation - they can always be transferred to another ride when you sell or sold separately.
If I am wrong about that, I am guilty, especially on my more humble bikes, like my Pug p4, which I've upgraded with new wheels, Nitto bars, and an Avocet saddle -which together (or even separately) are worth more than the bike.
I agree though that most re-paint jobs are economic UN-sound. - No way to get that money back.
Auchen, I totally agree if you have to get someone else to paint it. If you can do it yourself and also make your own decals, the cost can be less than one decent tyre. With paint and thinners (hard gloss enamel) bought in bulk on clearance, ditto wire wool and paint stripper, a road frame costs me about £12 to refinish and say two sheets of water slide decal paper, printer ink and clear acrylic enamel, £15 in total. However if the original paint is even half decent and there is no rust under it then it's better not to paint IMHO.