I have a Spec Hard Rock vintage 1994 and yeah it's bulletproof. I've only had to replace the chain, despite a few years of serious neglect somewhere in the late 90s. Of course I realize this isn't the case for your bike... but I guess I'm getting at either keep the frame/wheels and build when you have the time and funds, or pass on to someone who you think will love the bike as you have.

I take it you don't like snow/winter? Anyway good luck out west.