Originally Posted by
satbuilder
This may have already been mentioned, but the 171 stamp on the seat lug would indicate it’s the top model Bianchi made in 1971.
Based on the 171, I would guess the bike to be of 1971 vintage. I am not sure what the first 1 indicates. Based on the component group fitted, I would like to think it is a top dog in the Bianchi kennel but will work to properly determine its pedigree. I am looking forward to the build which will begin as soon as I get back to my summer home at the Loon Lake...