Originally Posted by
Kanegon
You could end up spending as much, restoring a bargain classic, so it's not the price. Also, for me the chase is half the fun. Lastly, if you're going to update/reinterpret, at least consider index shifting and a 130mm rear hub, it's not like I'm totally in love with 1985.
Not around here, not even close. $550 to restore a generic, middle of the road, Univega? Way off the scale. $550 buys just about anything top of the line vintage around here.
But if he can get that price, more power to them.
Algthough San Fran prices are much higher than around here, a quick spin through their C/L found half a dozen nicer vintage bikes for a lot less $$.