In your case, since this bike doesn't "fit" your style, and I'm assuming you don't have another frame with which to use the 560s OE, I'd put all the OE back on in good, cleaned up condition and sell her.
Good advice Ex Pres, you've got my vote.
Oldpeddaller
09-01-10 02:21 PM
Originally Posted by rothenfield1
(Post 11394560)
I knew this was a very subjective question to ask, and I did it more as musing out-loud because I wasn’t really sure how I felt about it. When I asked how modernizing a vintage bike would affect(rather effect I think) the value, I meant more than just the dollar value, but the aesthetic value as well. It’s understood that an old bike that has been upgraded with modern components is going to be worth more money based on the cost of the parts alone. But, does that make it more valuable. As an amateur enthusiast bike appreciator/refurbisher/collector (however you want to call it), when I’m looking for a new project, I get excited when I find a bike that appears to be in all original condition. I remember buying an 85 Bianchi limited with 6spd 600 a year ago and was THRILLED to refurbish a bike that I felt was the same bike that rolled off the showroom floor back in 85 right down to the bar tape and pedal straps. I guess it has something to do with feeling like you own and especially ridden a piece of history. If you have to sell your bikes to fund new projects as I do, I think you will find that you can ask a little more for a desirable vintage bike with all-original parts.
A good point and one answer to an interesting question. Thing is, we're talking about BIKES here and the problem with upgrading is that however good the intention, in my experience not all of the original parts find their way back. I usually buy FRAMES and build them up with what's in the workshop or I can find on e-bay. I did that with my 1970 Holdsworth and it was "OK". Years later and a LOT of money spent, I've finally got it back to totally period correct and it's now brilliant! That's because what I was seeking was the bike I always wanted in 1970, finally got, rode for a couple of years and then (regrettably) sold to fund my first car. I've now done my "Period Correct" build. Personally I'm not too bothered about being period correct with anything 1980's or newer. However I do feel guilty about changing the brake levers to aero on my 1953 Claud Butler as everything really was genuinely original, even though it's made it a netter ride. Can't put the originals back as I gave them away but I think I'll look out for a pair of GB levers to put back on if I ever sell it. Anything newer than 1980 can have complete new parts as far as I'm concerned, although I have stuck with inboard BB's on my 1990's Masi and Viner even though they have carbon forks, seat posts and threadless head sets. As has been said, If the time comes to sell these, I'd probably sell the frames separately, the way I bought them. In short, if it's old enough I try to keep it original, if it's under 30 years old anything goes!
