I happen to have a Miele bike aswelll. Mine is gold with a chrome fork and I think it's from 1980-83 judging by the components. I just started a minor restoration by buying a new stem, new bar tape, new brake lever hoods and new cables. I might also get the bike repainted and get some new wheels and tires. I've never gotten mine apraised but a week after I bought it (for 40$ from a friend), I saw an identical one for 250$CDN at a bike shop. Another one of my friends also has a Miele and I will hopefully be acquiring it soon. Mieles definitely are solid bikes and I love mine.