Giving this topic more thought ... I’ll add another one to the list. French bikes ... yes I said it so let the those of you upset with me start forming your diatribes . I love the aesthetics and the geometry , and most important I have owned 4 French bikes (3 Motobecanes & 1 Peugeot PX10). All had a wonderfully sublime and supple ride.
I just can’t stand the non standard components which aren’t getting easier to find even though I was able to purchase a NOS Motobecane fork still in the original packaging for my Grand Jubile when I did the overhaul.
Ultimately what I want is a bike with the looks , geometry and ride of a French bike , but with all standard dimensions so there is no sanding stems or spending hours looking for parts like an new french bottom bracket or paying a premium for a IRD unit and buying French or Swiss cups , etc and etc..