I agree. Even if you only stay in the home for 5 years i would replace.

you may want to consider " high end vinyl" due to superior performance over fiberglass. High end vinyl is very durable and will have a nice look opposed to the cheaper contractor grade vinyl windows found in most home improvement stores.

Thank you for the advice. I am, however confused about "high-end vinyl" versus fiberglass. When my husband and I recently visited a large window and door company we came away with the impression that fiberglass was the better choice because a) the color wasn't just painted on as is the case with the vinyl (can scratch) and b) we could get black inside and out to blend with our 1978 contemporary home. This particular dealer was primarily selling Milgard which I understand to be local to our area. Where would I go to inquire about "high-end vinyl." Thank you for your time!

You would probably not find a vinyl window with black interior. You could get a dark oak wood grain interior though.

"You would probably not find a vinyl window with black interior."

Why do you say that Lynn?

Are you looking to duplicate the look of the bronze aluminum in the vinyl replacement? That is a tough look to mimic in vinyl.