Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - CL Trek 620 Pricing

I know this thread is practically useless without pictures, which I don't have. But in general what would be a good price to purchase a 1983 Trek 620: Suntour Cyclone MK II components, DiaCompe 500G sidepull brakes, Reynolds 531C double-butted frame that is "well-maintained." Keep in mind this is Tucson, and old Treks don't come around very often.

I know this thread is practically useless without pictures, which I don't have. But in general what would be a good price to purchase a 1983 Trek 620: Suntour Cyclone MK II components, DiaCompe 500G sidepull brakes, Reynolds 531C double-butted frame that is "well-maintained." Keep in mind this is Tucson, and old Treks don't come around very often.

I'm no authority on pricing, but IMO those are such good bikes that if you have any reasonable way to get the frame for a personalized build, do it.

I paid $60 for an '83 600, (same frame) but it had been rattlecanned blue, including the headset. :)
And FYI: the 531c is main triangle only. The forks and stays are Tange Mangalloy 2001.
Depending on the real condition and the seller motivation you could look anywhere from $200 to $400. I wouldn't let mine go for $400, but it's not exactly OE anymore.

Their list price is reasonable at $400 if you're looking for a bike to enjoy and keep for a while. However it's CL, and haggling is key :)

Thanks for the input. I was leaning towards going to take a look. Even though it is a little more than I was looking to pay, the fact that Treks are rare around here makes me want to grab the first reasonable price/shape I can find. Plus, i'll see if there is any haggling I can do. :thumb:

If I remember correctly, the "6" series doesn't have 531 stays and fork -- Ishiwata something-or-other (not necessarily bad, but little snob appeal). I'd only pay $200 for it unless it's in absolutely cherry shape.

4 bills is too high. $250-300 would be streeeeeeetching it in my opinion. If I were the end user I wouldnt pay more than $200.

If it is in really nice condition, they easily sell for over $400. Its all about condition. The 620 is a touring bike, and enjoys a premium over the road bikes.

I paid $275 for a 1982 613 over the summer. A bit high, but about the going rate for decent steel bikes of the era in my neck of the woods. Mine was close to NOS condition.

I paid $275 for a 1982 613 over the summer. A bit high, but about the going rate for decent steel bikes of the era in my neck of the woods. Mine was close to NOS condition.

A touring model like the 620 will usually command a nice premium over a racing/road bike like the 613. $275 for a near NOS 613 is a good deal. Steel Treks are hot in the market right now.


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