Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - miyata 1000

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superape
05-01-09, 05:35 AM
What is a early 80s Miyata 1000 worth? looking good but needs some cleaning and tires.
miamijim
05-01-09, 10:51 AM
$400+ if its complete.
+1 $400.
Since you mention it needing tires and cleaning, I would add bearing replacement, cables and housings replacement, etc. A basic cleanup/tuneup. You have to assume that the person that lets the tires go, let other regular maintenance go. You can do that work yoursef, or pay your favorite shop $150 or more to do it for you.
I had my eye on this one (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=270379843506) 'cos it was at $300 in the last hour. It shot up to $810 at the last moment.
miamijim
05-02-09, 06:13 AM
I had my eye on this one (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=270379843506) 'cos it was at $300 in the last hour. It shot up to $810 at the last moment.
I saw that....I cant imagine what one of the more modern ones with a trible butted frame, bar end shifter and other features goes for.