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Tadashi
07-06-07, 04:13 AM
What do you think about this bike - http://page8.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/h52893693

It's 80s era Bianchi with Dura-Ace components. The auction ends in 2 hours, I still can't decide whether should I get it or not.

I want to ride it, a lot, I really like the bike, but I'm worried that if something breaks/wears out I won't be able to replace it.

What are your thoughts?

Thanks in advance.

Cheers

East Hill
07-06-07, 05:51 AM
Uh oh, it's in Japanese...can you translate the yen into dollars for the latest bid?

East Hill
Tadashi
07-06-07, 05:56 AM
It's around 500 dollars for now.

East Hill
07-06-07, 06:03 AM
Um, I think that would be a bit too much for me...but I am cheap.

East Hill
Old Fat Guy
07-06-07, 06:04 AM
Stateside you can do better for $500.
evwxxx
07-06-07, 06:08 AM
Parts should not be a problem, pretty much standard Italian stuff, easily obtainable!
Tadashi
07-06-07, 06:13 AM
Overpriced? Oh well, I'll pass then.
CV-6
07-06-07, 06:34 AM
Overpriced? Oh well, I'll pass then.

Overpriced in the states maybe. But in Tokyo, maybe a bargain. I am not a DuraAce aficionado, but I do believe at least some of the group is early DuraAce which I would think would make it a bit more valuable. The Japanese collectors are a bit more willing to spend for bikes. Bid is now $639.
Tadashi
07-06-07, 06:53 AM
Overpriced in the states maybe. But in Tokyo, maybe a bargain. I am not a DuraAce aficionado, but I do believe at least some of the group is early DuraAce which I would think would make it a bit more valuable. The Japanese collectors are a bit more willing to spend for bikes. Bid is now $639.
It just went for 90k yen (730$). Too much for me anyway.
East Hill
07-06-07, 06:58 AM
Yeah, sorry we did not spot this earlier to give you more time to mull it over. I only saw it because I was at work!

East Hill
Tadashi
07-06-07, 07:04 AM
It's ok, it's too pricey.
RK1963
07-06-07, 07:05 AM
What do you think about this bike - http://page8.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/h52893693

It's 80s era Bianchi with Dura-Ace components. The auction ends in 2 hours, I still can't decide whether should I get it or not.

I want to ride it, a lot, I really like the bike, but I'm worried that if something breaks/wears out I won't be able to replace it.

What are your thoughts?

Thanks in advance.

Cheers

As a point of reference, a new TSX frame (only) in celeste recently sold for $810 US stateside