Joined: Nov 2005
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Bikes: Cinelli, Paramount, Raleigh, Carlton, Zeus, Gemniani, Frejus, Legnano, Pinarello, Falcon
It really depends on the condition. I've come to believe a bike in presentable original paint should be left alone. A bike that's really trashed or has already been repainted can only be improved. But yes, an original bike will probably always bring more than a repaint.