Originally Posted by
Andy_K
This could be a great commuter with some modifications (another brake, brake lever that doesn't look like it's about to break off, better brakes). However, it would need fresh paint (at least) to be hot.
I disagree about the paint. I think for "hot", for the commuting forum, well used paint on a bike that is obviously getting used, is at least as hot as a brand new paint job.