My observations on this topic began with me trying to understand the reason for the difference in price between the two. No where did I ever compare the two as being equal. In fact I went to great pains to say. Both had been repainted so that could not be a factor, both were mismarked so that could not be a factor. One had a mix of undesirable components but the other had no or a few insignificant components so that could not be it. My conclusion was therefore was the date of the frame had to be the determining factor. Now if that is the case and this is the less desirable mid 80s version what would an equally equipped and finished late 70s model bring in comparison. Look at the subtile but clear question I just asked. I did not say they are equal, I asked what if one was a late 70s vs a mid 80s equally equipped. Sheesh! Now I know how wars get started.
Ray Homiski
Elizabeth, NJ