Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - need help- 1980s Schwinn Traveler, $175, reeeeaally?

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lizzyann
04-03-09, 03:25 PM
Hey guys, I know close to nothing about older bikes, and just need something inexpensive but good enough to ride everyday around town. Came across this Schwinn Traveler http://athensga.craigslist.org/bik/1097973271.html and will go look at it this weekend, but I wanted to get someone else's input into how much this bike is really worth, and if it is generally 'worth it.' Any info would be great... also, would any of these be better bikes or at least better deals? Like I said, I know close to nothing...
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/bik/1095047766.html
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/bik/1100340710.html
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/bik/1104885146.html (this last one is a ross professional, grand tour)
The fact that I'm 5'4" kind of limits my choices as far as buying people's used bikes goes, as an excuse for these all being women's skirt-cut bikes, but I am female, so it works. haha... anyway, thank you in advance!!!

wrk101
04-03-09, 04:17 PM
The Fuji is probably the best of the ones you posted. You should also look at "mens" bikes in a 19 inch frame size, that should fit you fine.

If you buy a women's style bike, a mixte like the Fuji is a better choice.

Be sure whatever bike you buy has alloy rims and a cotterless crank.
roccobike
04-03-09, 05:36 PM
I gotta raise my price the next time I sell a Schwinn step through frame. I sold Schwinn World with new tires, all bearing surfaces cleaned and relubed, chain in new chain spec for $80. Wow, $175 for almost the same bike.
+1 to what Bill said, the Fuji is the best of the lot, but at that price it had better be ready to ride, needs no repairs or adjustments. If the chain is not lubed, the tires not free of cracks, walk away. That's my opinion.