I get that it is rare. I get that it is cool. But I don't get "it". A
friend just picked up a late '70's Wiegle (Weigle?) on e-bay that is
just about perfect, with full NR group for just a small fraction of what
this one is already up to. Arguably as rare as the Confente? It even
came complete with built up grime - trust me it looks better cleaned up!
Anyone on this list could have an equal or better ride just by ordering
a frame from one of the several excellent, without peer framebuilders on
this list. (Peter, Richard, Brian, Curt, David, Phil etc...). Heck, if
you have to have "vintage" you could go with Richard's 30'Th anniversary
model with a lower number than "35". Perhaps other of our esteemed group
of builders would do something similar? Then you could build up your own
grime.
I am not a "collector" in the same vein as others on this list, and I do
not want to be unkind but what exactly did this guy (Mario) do besides
die?
BTW, here is the e-bay link for those who want to see what all the fuss
is about.
Richard Rose (Toledo, Ohio), now donning my flameproof skivvies.
http://ebay.com/