I wouldn't buy a Motobecane mixte on ebay. Look around, they are everywhere. Probably the one I see the most. I've bought two for $10 each in the past year at local flea markets. One is going to be a lawn ornament, and the other I stripped completely down for practice because I don't want to mess with the French parts, and my lbs didn't either. If you are going to pay for shipping, at least hold out for a Nishiki or a Raleigh!