Hi All,

I’m thinking about picking up an early/mid Eighties Specialized Allez (SE?) in very low miles original condition. First, I think this is an SE model because it has Suntour Superbe components. I’m a bit worried though because the brake hoods are just disgusting looking (I think they contracted a disease), are these difficult (i.e. expensive) to replace? The seller is asking $220 (has already dropped price by $75, so doubt there is much more wiggle room), is this a fair value for a bike in this condition? Should I jump?

Thanks!!