In the sixties and seventies, the "Phoenix" bicycle was the most famous and highly respected by the people. Its price was much higher than other bicycles, generally around 150 yuan, but in the eighties, its price soared to around 180 yuan. What level was this object at that time?
Judging from the price level in 1970s and 1980s, the average monthly salary of workers at that time was only about 20 yuan, and the ideal treatment was 36 yuan for one month. At that time, food and other daily necessities were mostly measured by the "ticket system". Many things could not be bought with money, and they had to be obtained by means of tickets.
People need rice, salt and vegetables in their daily diet, but only a few cents a catty. Some more expensive ones, such as white sugar and brown sugar, are a little more expensive, but they only fluctuate around one yuan a catty. In contrast, the price of "Phoenix" bicycle is very expensive. It is conceivable that at that time, the average worker's monthly income was only tens of yuan, while the price of a "Phoenix" bicycle was about 150 yuan. It took a worker to scrimp and save for nearly half a year to save enough.
Therefore, many families are reluctant to buy bicycles. If some families have better economic conditions, they will prepare a bicycle. At that time, the "Phoenix" bicycle was very popular, and going out by bike was also a very scenic thing, which often caused pedestrians to stop and watch.
Since the 1980s, the "spring" of the national economy has finally arrived, and people's living conditions have been slightly better. Bicycles are more common in the streets. The "three big things" needed for marriage have also changed from "bicycles" to household appliances, such as black-and-white TV sets and single-door refrigerators. Even so, the people are still very interested in the "Phoenix" bicycle. The "Phoenix" brand symbolizes wishful thinking and auspiciousness, which is what the people pursue and yearn for.
Today, the "Phoenix" brand bicycles are still famous in China, with excellent reputation. However, with the popularity of bicycles, people's desire to buy bicycles is not as good as before, and the bicycle market economy has also been greatly impacted. "Phoenix" brand bicycles later introduced nearly 100 styles, but its glorious moment will probably stay in the 1970s and 1980s forever. The innovation of transportation means also reflects the development and progress of economy, science and technology in China.