1984 Holdsworth

[GlasgowAli]

Hi all,
Just wondered if anyone could help me identify the model of this Holdsworth I picked up recently as a summer run around? The serial number under the BB indicates it's a 1984, but I can't find the catalogue for that year online. Catalogues either side would suggest possibly Mistral, but it doesn't have a lamp boss or rear carrier bosses on the seat stays which I think it should have (they could have been removed obviously). Stickers indicate it's a 531 ST with 531 forks.
Paint is a bit dodgy in places but it rides really nicely. It's been retrofitted with a late 90's 105 3x9 group. The wheels are nice (Ambrosio Giro d'Italia rims with 105 hub (rear) and Sachs new success hub (front)). It's also got a nice Cinelli stem and Cinelli 64-40 Giro bars. Bit of a mash up then.
Cheers,
Ali

 

[Gunk]

 

[GlasgowAli]

Thanks, yes I'd seen that, as I said in the OP it's a 1984 (#058807).

 

[Gunk]

Possibly a Majestic

 

[Cycleops]

Definitely not a majestic or Mistral, this is something much more special.
No lamp boss or rack braze ons for this sleek lady. It's no 'cloth cap lurcher bitch' commuter.

 

[Fab Foodie]

Nice Bike!
I have a 1982 Holdsworth Elan, but your is better :-)

This is the place for info:
https://nkilgariff.com/

 

[biggs682]

It's red so what ever model it is it's the faster variety

 

[Fab Foodie]

1983 Specs - so would be closest to a Mistral:

https://nkilgariff.com/HoldsModelPages/Mistral.htm


BUT! The clearances are too tight for a 'Touring' bike and as stated no braze-on for the fork for a lamp.

However - Holdsworth also made custom frames, so it's not impossible it was a special order.
Also when money was tight they make bikes from whatever they had in the workshop!

https://nkilgariff.com/holdsworth-model-catalogs/

The main thing is that it's very pretty and if it rides well (as it should), then enjoy :-)

 

[GlasgowAli]

Thanks for your replies all! Much appreciated. It certainly is a nice bike. Was just curious of the model really but it sounds like it could be a custom. I'll definitely enjoy riding it whatever it is :-)

 

[lazybloke]

Same lugs as my '83 Special

 

[Drago]

Lovely bike. The Clauds-worth machines of that era are superb to ride.