Og Look...

[Brian A]

I have read a few comments about the " OG " look. I have a 49 schwinn with pretty good original paint on it. I am thinking about repainting it, after restoring the parts it needs. My question is; will repainting it bring down the value?

 

[bikewhorder]

Yeah probably.

 

[scorpius]

I would leave it alone unless it was pretty bad , original bikes are a rarity

 

[bricycle]

Yes, but you have to have about 70% paint or better.
Just post a pic, we'll voice our opinions.
Rule of thumb: Only restore if you plan to keep. You'll almost NEVER get your $$$ back.
If you sell, take off all the parts you added, then you can say "as found" ...unless buyer ok with the replaced items.

 

[Brian A]

A few pictures...

Appreciate the input!

 

[fordmike65]

I wouldn't dare repaint that if that finish is original! I'd service & ride as-is. If you want, add the missing pieces in original condition as you find them, or just save up for a more complete bike.

 

[Brian A]

I'm far from a expert on this matter. It does look original, but not sure? I have serviced it myself and took a ride. Very pleased!

So whatcha think guys? After the additional parts I'm going to put on it, should I have them painted to match? Are there a lot of fans of the OG look? Will it be worth more with original paint?

Thanks,
Brian

 

[fordmike65]

Looks original to me. I'd LOVE to have a bike like that in such nice original shape. They're only original once. Don't wipe out 60+ years of history to have something shiny. If shiny is really what you want, look for one in far worse shape. This one is a keeper as-is:eek:

 

[Freqman1]

As discussed in your other post the consensus is to not repaint this bike if you are concerned with value. If you don't care what it's worth then go for it. You said in the other post you prefer the restored look. I'd leave this bike alone and find something crusty that you can work on a little at a time. In the mean time you have a cool rider with the brown bike. A restored bike is an expensive proposition and Schwinn's have been documented fairly well so everything down to the correct washers and finish of the various parts plays into the value. Frankly unless the bike is worth $3k or better I generally don't do a restoration. The chrome bill alone can be $1000 or better on some bikes. I do my own paint but a pro job can hit $1000 pretty easy. Again jus my 2c. V/r Shawn

 

[kos22us]

i also would not paint it, have you used a polish of any kind on it ? i use this and works great