Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - Help needed rr; Old (?89) Lemond Maillot Jaune
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I have an old Lemond Maillot Jaune that I have had for many years. I bought it ~1997. There is a decal on the seat post for the 89 Tour De France. It is painted in a black and white smokey pattern.
Is this bike of any value to either a collector or a rider? I don't use it very much anymore, as I tore my rotator cuff and road cycling is quite uncomfortable.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Ian
roccobike
03-13-09, 10:55 PM
I think we need pics and a better description of the components. I couldn't find a Maillot Juane with that paint scheme.
That said, LeMond was an upscale bike line back then, even after Trek purchased them. The Maillot Juane was one of their top bikes. All of them are worth something. Some models are considered valuable.
I think we need pics and a better description of the components. I couldn't find a Maillot Juane with that paint scheme.
That said, LeMond was an upscale bike line back then, even after Trek purchased them. The Maillot Juane was one of their top bikes. All of them are worth something. Some models are considered valuable.
Thanks for the reply; I've attached some pictures. Any further info greatly appreciated. I realize it needs a good cleaning.:o
RobbieTunes
03-14-09, 09:05 AM
I'm thinking $400 or more, cleaned up, emphasis on the "cleaned up."
Get it clean, shined, rust removed, and yeah, I'd think $400 would be about right, if not more.
If it was my size, I'd give you $350 as is, and clean it up myself.
Name brand and quality of frame: +
Campy components: +
Ergo shifting: +
Condition: -
Good luck, pretty bike. I'll bet it's a good rider when tuned and tired up.
roccobike
03-14-09, 06:51 PM
Unless it's been modified, that's not an '89. I like Robbie's estimate, $350-$400.
What year would you guess it is?
Suggest you look up the date codes on components at the vintage Trek site. As long as components are original, you will find out the manufacture date for sure. Many components have codes, from crank arms to derailleurs to seat posts, stems, handlebars, hubs, brakes, etc.