Originally Posted by Amani576

I own a 74' Grand Prix. I love the bike. Hate that just about everything is steel though. Don't be discouraged that it's a lower-end bike (The Raleigh Record was the low end), they're nice bikes. Keep in mind most bike mods are expensive, just like car mods. But, if you like the frame, and it fits nicely, keep it. And unless you plan to sell it someday and hope to recoup your expenses, there's nothing wrong with spending some cash on making your bike last a long time. I'm planning on putting aluminum rims and as soon as I can find the bottom bracket, alloy cranks on it to lighten it up.
Don't worry too much about what some people around here are saying. It's your bike. Do with as you please, just make sure you ride it, I certainly don't ride mine nearly enough, sadly.
-Gene-