Originally Posted by
Spellscape
I have simple question if frame is scratched In what case you not repainting vintage bike (NOT counting just because you want new colour scheme)?
When is better to just to left it as is? (but maybe changing decals)
For me, in every case so far. I have quite a few older bikes, most have some scars from years of use. I'm not looking for bikes that are rusted badly or most of the paint is gone. I have cleaned up and applied new decals, and done many touchups or touchup improvements.
In the end, I'm interested in riders more than museum pieces. Cheaper, and I don't mind leaving them in a bike rack at a pub.
Some bikes I just like the color,