For the bike to be valuable to overseas buyers, though, this parts goofieness just won't do. Because many Singer bikes don't catch the fancy of the will-heeled overseas set, they remain relative bargains in the U.S. Large frame examples, those without just the right goodies, and race bikes, are hard to sell for top dollar. These bikes are so handcrafted and so gorgeous that it is only a matter of time before the second tier gems from the 70's take off in price. A very high quality British builder, actually still produces frames today. Especially nice are examples with wonderful box striping.
Many examples also have gorgeous Nervex professional lugs.
I've met people who swear that Taylor frames ride like no others. Not sure about that, but it's nice that these frames do have a strong cult-like following. These bikes are actually kinda cool. Some Teledyne frames actually never seem to and are used quite regularly. Then again, some people think it is financial beneficial to play the lottery.