Originally Posted by Manouche

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the Peugeot PY60 "prestige" ("gentlemen" guise) was built by specially trained craftsmen only to customers order and his special body-measurements and gearing preferences.
You were also free to choose from all (available Peugeot-?) colors so I stroke lucky the first owner whom I bought the bike from fortunately wanted a black one - like me.

I was extremely fortunate to get ahold of a PY60 at all, my absolute dreambike (I never dreamt I would ever get one), what's more in black (and pristine condition).
These PY60-prestiges are rarer than hens teeth. I only know of one more PY60, a golden one, from 1977 as well.

As far as I can see these custom-built models were not even featured in most non-french European Peugeot-catalogs. This is a 1978 German brochure:
http://forum.tour-magazin.de/attachm...3&d=1209758075

Regarding the 60's and 70's high end Peugeots from stock, it is my impression that black was only available on the german market and only in 1977/78 for the PR60 gentleman-model.

http://www.peugeotshow.com/images/1977_6.jpg

My Peugeot:
This is my Peugeot Gentleman deluxe (1978). A real beauty and all original. Great fun to ride!
Peugeot PR 60 gentleman de luxe
I found this lovely bicycle and was amazed about the beautiful finish and details. It is in mint condition and with completely original parts. Even with a 'french' yellow light bulb in the front headlight. I"m in love with this 'randonneur sportive'. Great cycling.
I wonder what it is worth. Any idea?
Thanks,
Manouche

Extra info:
Peugeot PR 60 (gentleman Luxe)
Frame: Reynolds 531
Headset: Stronglight Competition
Handlebar Philippe
Front derailleur: Shimano (might not original)
Rear derrie: Simplex Super LJ
Chainblades and cranks Stronglight no 99 / 50 -38 (I have also the original 40)
Hubs Normandy Luxe Competition
Freewheel: 14x17x19x22x26
Seat Selle Ideale 2001
Brakes Mafac Racer
Weight 11kg