Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - 1988 Raleigh Technium 400

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Viperplayer5220
06-21-09, 07:35 PM
Does anyone know what a 1988 Raleigh Technium 400 is worth?It has Shimano gear components and Dia-Compe Brakes. I am just curious because it seems to be a very high quality bike. Thanks.:thumb:

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wrk101
06-21-09, 07:48 PM
Stem shifters, turkey levers, steel crankset, lower end Shimano components, nutted rear axle = low end bike. Because it has alloy rims, and the paint and frame appear to be in excellent condition, I would estimate its value at $150. Make sure seat post is not stuck (I don't trust them when the seat is that low).

What indications do you have to rate this a "very high quality bike"?

If you already have it and are going to sell it, I would remove the air pump that is zip tied to the top tube and either install it properly (under the bottle holder), or just leave it off the bike entirely. I would also remove the turkey levers and install gum brake lever hoods.
Viperplayer5220
06-21-09, 08:00 PM
I was talking about high quality in the riding sense...it rides very nice. I am not selling it, I was just curious. Thanks for the info.

wrk101
06-21-09, 08:34 PM
Well, it is a very nice looking bike! I would continue to enjoy it, as $150 would not buy you a worthy replacement for sure!
Viperplayer5220
06-22-09, 09:43 PM
Does anyone know what this bike might have went for new?
miamijim
06-23-09, 05:40 AM
I'll go a little higher and say $174-201 in the Tampa market.
Viperplayer5220
06-23-09, 06:50 AM
New in 1988!? Wow, I thought it would be more than that.