Hey gang. I'm new to the forums and to the world of vintage bikes but have learned a ton from you already.

I've also learned that at 6'7" tall, trying to find the bike I have in mind is pretty close to impossible.

Before I give up, I thought I'd ask for your input. I'm looking for a practical, English 3-speed style bike. I need at least a 25" (63.5 cm) frame. I did find this Dutch bike that suits me *perfectly,* but it's priced at over $1,200, which is well outside of my price range:



http://www.workcycles.com/workbike/b...bike-70cm.html

Any input would be appreciated. I'm scouring Craigslist as well as every LBS in Chicago and have had no luck so far. (Dutch Bikes Chicago sells the bike pictured above, but again, it's much too expensive for me.)

Is it unrealistic to expect to find something that suits me for a few hundred bucks or less?

Thank you!