Schwinn Paramount questions...
Hi folks,
I'm new here and need your help and advice on a fresh purchase. I DON'T have 10 posts yet but I will get there.
I'm excited because I scored a super deal on a Schwinn Paramount, yet it has some questionable pieces.
(Someone please check out the 'Schwinnn Paramount' album I created and post a few?)
I've been restoring a bunch of 70's Suburban's, Varsities, '53 Black Phantom and others. I love doing this (like you!).
(I also created an album with a few others I have restored.)
Paramount = eBay purchase. Noted vintage bike reseller from Philadelphia area. LOTS of great parts. Gave me a MUCH better deal than listed.
But... I can't find a serial number. I am guessing it's an 80's version. Love the frame sockets. Note the badge; It's certainly NOT original. Something was glued on under the round one. What was there? Could this be something other than a Schwinn?
Steering gooseneck looks janky, not original. Decals look original. Paint is worn.
I paid LESS than $500. No matter what it is, I am pleased. I will be fully disassembling and returning to fresh as best I can.
Experts, please advise? Tell me what you see and know. Hard facts = OK. Thank you.
Jim