What components does this bike have? 1600 is probably a good price and she may have better components at that price then any new 2009 bikes would have at that price.

Like Miranda, I have a 49 framed Orbea (two of them, actually) and have shortish leg and longish torso. I had difficulty fitting to Trek and Specicalized and that is how I landed with Orbea to start with. It all came down to emotions in the end, of course.

I have the 08 Diva and have ridden several hilly centuries with it and was comfortable and happy. Body was not beaten up at all.

This year I purchased a 03 aluminum Altec Orbea for racing. She has carbon forks and carbon rear triangle but I can't say as I can feel any significant difference between the all carbon and the aluminum/carbon in terms of comfort or road vibration. I like the lightness of my aluminum - and she weighs less than the Diva.

Having two bikes of similar geometry and of different materials confirms for me that fit is everything - and falling a little bit in love with your bike for emotional reasons is important!

Enjoy your ride!