Vintage Bianchi: possible to move shift levers?

[merlin]

I am looking at a Bianchi with a 1986-1987 campione sticker. Not sure of the model, but it is white with red lettering. A touring bike, 47cm. I cannot find it on the web.

If the Bianchi fits me, and the price is right, I will be happy. I have been wanting a steel bike.
One drawback: I would prefer to have shifting levers on the handle bars. I am not mechanical and would ask my LBS to do this. Is it a travesty to modify a vintage bike in this way? My ancient Motobecane had those levers and I never thought twice about it. But I was younger 35 years ago when I got that bike!

BTW, the asking price is $125 on CL. Shimano shifters and deraillers. Reasonable, or a bit high?

I am sadly realizing that I now prefer the ease of certain things mechanical, like an automatic transmission in my car and shifting levers near the brakes. Must be that last significant birthday that made me lazy!

Thanks.
beth AKA merlin