So what have i bought, and how old is it?

[legrandefromage]

I had the 501 aero version frame as my first proper road bike. If yours is the ovalised tubing, it is quite light and a pleasure to ride over other budget nonsense.

Alot of bikes were realsed with excellent frames but really poor parts to allow for instant upgrading

I have a few spare braze on front mechs if needed.