Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - 1980's Raleigh Sports 3PD Lady(Canadian)

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Mr_Wrench
09-15-09, 02:34 PM
I recently picked up a Raleigh Sports 3 Speed. It has a Shimano Internal hub, spring seat, and cruiser style(Fenders+chainguard). The components aren't collectible it seems, but the "coffee" color seems to be kind of rare.

Here's a picture: http://www.flickr.com/photos/abracadabra-/3815756464/

In superb frame condition, tires have lost their whitewall color, little if any scratches, ready to ride off the drive--How much is it worth?


Thanks everyone. I don't know how I'd live without the bike forums

rhm
09-16-09, 07:05 AM
Value depends on location, just like real estate.... In my area, I'd guess you could get $100 pretty easily, $150 with patience.
Mr_Wrench
09-16-09, 02:46 PM
Value depends on location, just like real estate.... In my area, I'd guess you could get $100 pretty easily, $150 with patience.

Thanks, you confirmed my estimate. The latter is where it's set right now.

Could you elaborate more on location and value? You mean there's somewhere I can get $250 for it? :D

old and new
09-16-09, 04:55 PM
No way you'll ever get 250. It's Taiwan made, that eliminates hard core fans of the brand. Functionally it's not a bad bike . 150 is optimistic. It would actually make an OK commuter or all around rider. It wasn't high priced when new, little collecter value. You could josh the client to extract a higher price.