Not a Paramount, but this particular model is a pretty nice one. Before about '81 (IMHO) Bridgestones weren't really anything special, but through the mid and late '80s and beyond they really began to shine. Vwguy's 400 looks like an '85. I own an '84 400, and it's great. The fit and finish is superb, as are the ride and handling. It's easily on a par with Treks, Miyatas, and such from the same period. I stole mine for $100, and in my area I could sell it for $250-$300 in nothing flat.