bold stelvis
Kona Fan
post some links to the bikes if you want any further advice 
Claude Butler Vantage Resto Mod
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bold stelvis
Kona Fan
nice frameset here : https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/86-i-think-rockhopper-frame.485754/#post-3648605
CassidyAce
Senior Retro Guru
One here: https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/claud-butler-vantage.412387/. And another here: https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/claud-butler-vantage-cbx-1992-new-project.429757/. And way back through the mists of time, another here: https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads...tage-show-room-condition.206066/#post-2545954.
I get what @bold stelvis is saying about steel frames; however, I think I would spend some time with what you've got. You'll learn some skills and you'll learn what you do and don't want from a retro bike. Then you'll be in a better position to make an informed choice on the next project and most of the parts you've bought will swap over.
bold stelvis
Kona Fan
pretty sure the OP doesn't actually have anything right now - the bike pictured initially was only a potential purchase?
CassidyAce
Senior Retro Guru
I think you're right: just checked the first post again. Yes, I'd go for something else instead.
Thanks for the advice all! Almost bought a Raleigh m trax but the sellers son wanted to keep the bike. I've managed to pick this Specialized Hardrock up (think it's a 1989 model) for £55. Hoping to do a Resto Mod 1x8 conversion. This is my first attempt at something like this so there will be a few posts asking questions which I'm sure you've heard millions of times before!
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Specialized is a great choice. That one looks in good condition. I've got a Hardrock and a Rockhopper and like them both a lot Some of the catalogues are here: https://www.retrobike.co.uk/archive/categories/specialized-catalogues.6/
The U brake points towards it being from 1988, I think.
The U brake points towards it being from 1988, I think.
