Huffy - Good Vibrations

[B.A.Nana]

Hi
I'm from the UK and (hopefully) just about to get a Huffy Good Vibrations, but I know nothing about it. We never had Cruiser bikes in the UK (as far as I'm aware) and this is about to come into my ownership via a US contractor working in the UK. It's a beautiful bike and looks like this:

Please will anyone give me some history about Huffy Bikes and particularly the Good Vibrations model ( I mean really starting from the beginning basic stuff). I'm thinking about a respray and maybe pimping it up a little, but not too much, as it's in good condition and looks 'Classic Americana' as it is. I'd like some ideas and help about how best to pimp it up a little. Including some websites and sources for parts and after market bling (if they exist!).

I'm a bit of an Americana enthusiast, having owned a '56 Desoto Fireflite and a '66 Mustang Convertible. I'm now into peddle bikes and the USA theme goes on, I also have an Ellsworth Moment (USA Mountain Bike designed and built).

Thanks Guys
Looking forward to your replys and ideas.

 

[blacksheep]

My dad's got that exact bike except the fenders are shorter. I can't tell you any history, but what I can tell you is that it's a solid bike. If it was mine I'd leave it as stock as possible and just ride it. It's a nice looking bike. 8)

http://cruizerbikes.com/images/huffy_good_vibes_red.jpg

 

[RZ94]

Nice GV you've got there pal! Looks like a mid to late 80's based on the fork type and chain ring....

Here's a few of my GV's...

Chinese built 24" GV, totally stock

USA built 26" GV....this one looked just like your red one minus the "mudguards" when I got it

after:

USA built white 26" GV...when I first got it

After:

Another Huffy...before:

and after:

Great base to start from. All mine are riders and ride well at that,. That red one you have is sweet!!!