You checked the serial number v. vintage-trek? Based on the braze-ons, that does NOT look like a '78. Or maybe the top tube guides and the under-the-stay rear der. cable stop were all part of the in-service braze job. That would be in keeping with the early '80s style paneled livery. If that's all so, I'd be tempted to tape off the panel, sand smooth the nicks/scratches, and re-spray it to a color apropos to the panel. IOW, perpetuate the disguise. The keep/sell question is a whole 'nother thing.
Edit - one factor to consider for the keep/sell question - From what I've seen as a "spectator", seems like tall bikes don't sell fast.
Last edited by madpogue; 10-17-19 at 03:41 PM.