I have an old Motobecane that belonged to an older brother, not sure the year, probably late 70s early 80s, made in france. grand touring. steel frame lugged, less and less seen these days (high ends like waterford as an exception). Come to think of it, the lugging on here is not unlike the Waterford lugging in looks. I was just wondering what opinions there might be on treating it as just a frame and rebuilding it with new components. Part of me hates to ignore it completely because the frame does have elegant craft. Not the lightest bike (a little under 25 lb. all set up). But I don't know what the frame itself weighs, i.e., how much that weight could come down with a new wheelset and other components.

Any feelings on this? I already have a bike to ride so I don't NEED the bike. On the other hand, strong nostalgia/traditional streak in me, and heck, it does kind of look cool. one little place where paint is off and light rust.

Thanks ahead of time.