Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - Trek 560?

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J.W.

03-24-09, 12:05 AM

How much do yall think this bike is worth(trek 560 pro)? Seller says it is a Reynolds 530 tubing, derailluers are 105...

If i were to buy this bike, i would eventually want to upgrade the components to present day 9spd 105/tiagra mix. Do you think it would be worth it?

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r166/jwpend/trek560.jpg

wrk101

03-24-09, 06:42 AM

Not unless you happen to have the components laying around. Cheaper to find a used bike with the components you want, than to buy the components and build one up. But if you find a deal on a donor bike with the components you are seeking, it can work.

What is going on with the wheels? They certainly do not match. Makes me wonder if the bike was in an accident, particularly since it is the front wheel that looks out of place. No one replaces just one wheel (unless it was damaged or stolen).

In nice, dent free, rust free, ready to ride condition, a bike like that would bring $225 to $250 around here. If needing some work, it would be around $125.

J.W.

03-24-09, 07:14 AM

I dont really know why there are two different wheels. I'm going to go test ride the bike this weekend, so i guess i'll ask. Who knows, i might like the components that are on it.