Thanks for the replies.

I passed on it for 2 reasons;

1: my wife wanted a "ladies" step through frame cruiser. (this one has a top bar)
2: I found a different one the next day and bought it instead.

Norco Sekine - with the Nexus 4 speed internal hub gears.
A new shifter cable, some spit polish, and it's looking pretty nice and ready for spring.

She's pleased as can b... (happy wife = happy life) :-)