Agree on the deal. Not sure rust is serious...The rust is wiping right off the chainstays for the most part, doubt I'll get that lucky with the fork crowns and seat stay caps, but most of it isn't serious.

The fact Record was sold as frame-only makes sense now, thanks for the slap into reality. I now get why the '85 Record shown here as frame only: http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/pinarello85/9.jpg
Is also the only model in the mid-80s lineup with no real buildup info... http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalog...rello85/9a.jpg

So I guess it was probably built up from nothing by the OO.

As for specific questions:

Is there any specific info on decoding the serial number, or is it necessary to contact GITA or Pinarello somehow to dig any info on the frame/bike?

Is this metallic red color (red w/glitter) "metal rose", "team red" or something else?

Is there a reasonable way to re-decal the ST and DT with the correct Pinarello logo and re-clearcoat?

Being these were sold bare frame and all of the homogenous parts are date coded 1983, what's the likelihood this is an '83?

Is this ginormous TT bar something worth offering up at shipping cost? Or is it best utilized as a jangling plant basket or jock strap hanger?