Cheap reliable 80's racing bike for a noobie please?

Hi all,

I'm after a cheap reliable starter upper racing bike to clean up a bit, maybe upgrade, and use to get to work and back.
Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance

you'll need to give folks a bit more info i.e size and budget

forget the 80's, get yourself a decathlon b'twin triban, 300 or 500, very highly rated entry bike > http://www.decathlon.co.uk/C-359113-road-bikes

Currently have this Carlton for sale. All the work has been done; new wheels, tyres, tubes, chain, cassette, cables, tape and saddle (now minus the shortie mudguards though). Only looking for £130 but based in kent. Can post for £25.

Yeah I've a few if you post some size and budget details.

Hi Tel
Lovely bike. What size is the frame please? Very interested.
Cheers

Budget is between £50-200 but would like to spend as little as possible. I'm after a 20-22 inch frame ideally.
Thanks

User @tt991 has some good value bikes for sale occasionally.
E.g. this was a good deal your size
https://www.lfgss.com/conversations/267307/

Thanks @adrevporn unfortunately this one sold. But I've go another: https://www.lfgss.com/conversations/269924/#comment12349221
I'll give you good price.
Greetings

Another winner!

Thanks @andrevporn I've messaged @tt991

It's a 53cm.

Frame has some nice original patina but having been fully stripped and rebuilt it runs like a dream!

And how it was when we got it!

Thanks Tel, I have messaged you

I appreciate all your help and patience and after a lot of thought I have decided to go with @Tel 's Carlton bike due to the size/cost and of course looks. I'll let you All know how I get on with my first race bike.
Thanks again you helpful bunch you have made a noobie feel very welcome

Good choice. Lovely weather for new bike!

If its your first 'racer', you may find some crosstop levers useful, and probably a change of saddle..
All the best.