My brother had a mid-late 1980s Lotus/Cinelli (I think it was lavender or violet) which he dearly loved. 53cm, chrome lugs, all Campy Super record. Never complained of handling or quality problems with that bike. He didn't race, but enjoyed fast touring, so put on lots of miles.
I wonder where that bike is now... in fact, I wonder where that brother is now.
Aldo Ross