In this day and age, a bicycle could definitely be considered a luxury item.
At this time, if one owned a bicycle, their status would definitely not be inferior to the Santana, Fukang, and other small cars in the 1990s.
At this time, if there was a young man at home who was suitable for marriage, the matchmaker would be able to break through the threshold if anyone had any of the three rings and one ring.
What was three turns and one ring?
They were bicycles, sewing machines, watches, and a radio.
And bicycles were definitely at the top of the list.
This was especially so at a time like this where the economy was under control, and buying a bicycle was entirely dependent on the ticket.
Many units and factories had a limited number of tickets for a year.
Many people had to wait in line for many years to get a ticket.
Moreover, there were no industrial coupons issued at this time. It was impossible to buy bicycles with industrial coupons.
Many units could only draw bicycle tickets by drawing lots because there were more monks than meat.
Some units only gave out tickets to the advanced workers every year. It was really hard to get a ticket in Beijing now.
Therefore, at this time, if anyone could get a bicycle ticket.
That feeling was no less than when he won the qualification to get a car number plate in the 49 City lottery in his later life.
When Zhou Weiguo arrived at the Laodaokou supply and marketing cooperative, he saw that there were already assembled bicycles on the platform.
Flying Pigeon, Phoenix, Forever, Red Flag, and other brands that had already begun to show their talents had everything.
Moreover, there were also the Torch brand and other local brands that had just been introduced two years ago.
"Comrade, give me a permanent model 13 bicycle.”
Zhou Weiguo did not hesitate and chose a permanent bicycle.
This bicycle was made of Manganese steel, and the paint was very beautiful. It was a top-of-the-line model.
Moreover, with his bicycle ticket, he could totally buy this one.
Therefore, Zhou Weiguo didn't choose other models for the sake of cheap prices.
If this was in the future, it would be like asking a customer with a sunroof to buy a car.
No matter what, the salesperson had to serve them well.
Zhou Weiguo did not ask if there were any discounts or gifts.
He handed the bicycle ticket to the salesperson.
Because he knew that in this era, everything was clearly priced.
The country stipulated that there was no bargaining.
Even if he asked, it would be useless.
Initially, the salesperson was a little surprised when she heard that someone wanted a permanent 13-inch bicycle.
Their supply and marketing cooperative might not even be able to produce one of these cars in a month.
Their location was not like the supply and marketing cooperative in the western part of the city, where they often encountered children from the quad buying cars.
Those second-generation children only cared about how they looked when they bought a car.
Value for money? He didn't consider it.
The residents here could buy a bicycle from a small factory.
After returning home, there would be three tables, not to mention this 13-car model.
However, when the salesperson saw the ticket that Zhou Weiguo handed over, she clicked her tongue.
It was a ticket from the Ministry of Engineering.
It wasn't issued by a subordinate agency or factory.
No wonder he could ask for the permanent 13 model.
The salesperson didn't dare to wait any longer and immediately gave Zhou Weiguo a price.
"A permanent 13 bicycle, 198 yuan.”
Zhou Weiguo could completely accept this price. Now, his savings had almost reached 1,000 yuan.
After paying, he asked the salesperson to issue the bill.
Then, he took the ticket and receipt to get his car.
"Hey, bro, there's a bicycle trust shop at New North Bridge.”
"If you want to play with cars in the future, you can go there to exchange.”
"There are all kinds of foreign cars, such as Burger, Antelope, Fuji, Chrysanthemum, and so on.”
After Zhou Weiguo took the bicycle, the employee who assembled the bicycle whispered.
Although Zhou Weiguo's car model was domestically produced, it was still a top-notch model.
They were completely qualified to play there.
"Alright, I'll go over when I have time."
Zhou Weiguo gave a perfunctory reply, got on his bicycle, and started to smash the stamp.
Actually, he knew about the bicycle trust. There were basically more foreign cars there.
Usually, they were brought back by foreigners or people who had returned from overseas.
Those who loved to play with cars also loved to show off.
He parked the car in front of the trust every Sunday.
While those people who liked foreign cars admired them, they also enjoyed their jealous gazes.
This greatly satisfied the vanity of these people.
However, in a few years, when they started exercising, these people would have to dismantle the cars.
Therefore, Zhou Weiguo did not plan to let these people play with him.
In case he was caught in the future.
After Zhou Weiguo rode his bicycle to the police station, he first reported his car.
The source of the ticket, the address of the purchase, the date of purchase, and so on had to be registered.
Then, he started to get the certificate and smash the stamp.
The entire procedure cost 2.60 yuan.
The steel stamp was placed on the front fork of the bicycle, which was bound with a numbered blue iron sheet.
This blue metal piece was equivalent to the car's ID card.
If they didn't have this, they would be easily investigated on the road.
Fines and forced registration would be unavoidable. If they could not explain the source of the car, they would be taken away as thieves.
Therefore, after buying a car, one had to get a license plate and stamp it.
In the 1990s, people started to ride motorcycles.
Only then did the act of the bicycle smashing the steel seal fade out of people's sight.
But at the same time, they started to check motorcycles. Anyway, it was rising along with the level of the masses.
After he was done, Zhou Weiguo rode his bicycle home.
On the way, he even bought an iron chain from the blacksmith shop to lock the carriage.
Today, he found a job and bought a bicycle.
On the way, he took out five catties of pork belly, a free-range chicken, and some fresh vegetables from his space.
He planned to celebrate.
After hanging the meat and vegetables on the handle, Zhou Weiguo rode his bicycle home.
The passers-by, especially the female comrades, were envious of Zhou Weiguo's figure as he rode his bicycle over.
"Wow, this person is too good-looking. He's really a talented person.”
"Riding a bicycle, wearing leather shoes, and new clothes.”
"If only I could marry him. There are so many good things in the car.”
"Dream on. He's so outstanding. It's impossible for him to take a fancy to you.”
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