I don't necessarily want to convert it into a road bike.. I think all I really want to do is convert the handlebars. I'm basically just looking for a bike that I can hit trails with.

I like the look and feel of C and V's more than the newer looking bikes, but this was readily available and I began considering it.

What would you suggest I look for instead? I'm definitely open to all sorts of suggestions.

Edit: By the way, I'm a college student, so I can't be spending hundreds and hundreds of dollars on something.