I'd rather own it with the original (slightly tatty) paint. A very interesting frame.
Well I'll probably build it and ride it first and see if I like it before I do make that decision. I know of too many people who spend lots of time and money on re-painting a frame then realising it's the wrong size or they don't like the ride.
The paint is pretty tatty, but at least it won't rust! I'm just worried about breaking it - I know screwed and glued alu frames can be a bit unreliable.
Well I'll probably build it and ride it first and see if I like it before I do make that decision. I know of too many people who spend lots of time and money on re-painting a frame then realising it's the wrong size or they don't like the ride.
The paint is pretty tatty, but at least it won't rust! I'm just worried about breaking it - I know screwed and glued alu frames can be a bit unreliable.