Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - 30's campagnolo track hubs with wood rims

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mainducoyote
11-26-08, 12:51 PM
Anybody have an idea of what 1930's low flange Campagnolo track hubs, laced to wood rims, could be worth ? They appear to be in good condition. I am thinking of purchasing those wheels and the pictures I have would'nt be helpful. Thanks !

iab
11-26-08, 08:17 PM
Campagnolo didn't make hubs until the late 50s, so your date is off by a bit. If the seller is claiming the 30s, they don't know much and I wouldn't believe a word they say. If you can, check the lock nut, it will have a date stamp.

That said, assuming everything is in fair to good condition, I'd think $150-$200 would be fair.
mainducoyote
11-26-08, 08:50 PM
Thanks ! saw those on Ebay, just checked again and the seller even claims they are from the 20's . Based on your valuation they're definitely not a good deal , glad I asked first.

iab
11-27-08, 08:07 AM
I'm curious about the ad, do you mind sharing?
mainducoyote
11-27-08, 10:03 AM
No problem, they are two front wheels , I had it all wrong but here you go; track wheels (http://cgi.ebay.fr/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=160301200694) .
iab
11-27-08, 10:38 AM
The rims could be from the 20s, meaning I would never ride on them, they are wall hangers. The hubs, if they are track hubs, could fetch up to $100.

If I were buying them, I'd have the seller cut the spokes. Shipping would be much less that way.
bmaxwell
11-27-08, 01:02 PM
but the price is subjective, because you are now talking about art and not bike parts.