Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 2,991
Likes: 300
From: Hervey Bay, Qld, Australia.
Bikes: Colnago (82, 85, 89, 90, 91, 96, 03), 85 Cinelli, 90 Rossin, 83 Alan, 82 Bianchi, 78 Fountain, 2 x Pinarello, Malvern Star (37), Hillman (70's), 80's Beretto Lo-Pro Track, 80's Kenevans Lo-Pro, Columbus Max (95), DeGrandi (80's) Track.
What makes you think it's a Benotto? Is it just the saddle? A 70's Benotto would most likely have been built in Mexico if it is a Benotto. I would say its a lower end frame with economy parts. Some of the parts are probably original such as the brakes and some were probably added just to keep it rolling. There are some pretty decent bits and pieces on it though, e.g. the pedals. I like the Pivo stem.
It would probably ride much better than a department store bike due to the decent wheels.