Trying to see if this Bianchi Bike is worth anything...?
04-22-13, 08:43 PM
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Trying to see if this Bianchi Bike is worth anything...?
A friend asked me to try and sell this Bianchi Bike for him. I have no idea what to even ask for it, I didn't want to just give it away if it was worth something. Anybody have an idea if it is still worth anything or what I should ask for it...?
Thanks so much,
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04-22-13, 08:58 PM
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Close-ups of the derailleurs (shifters) will help us to appraise it. Tiny frame size. Does it say anywhere what model it is? Would probably be printed on the sides of the top tube just behind the handlebars. Looks like it may possibly be a Premio, but I admittedly don't know Bianchis that well. If that's the case, I'd guess you could probably get $150-200 completely overhauled, maybe $75-100 if it needs some work done. Looks to be in good shape, but hard to tell from one picture.
04-22-13, 09:35 PM
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Claw RD = low end. Looks mid 1980s. Small size helps, there aren't many road bikes out there in that size. $100-125 as it sits.
04-23-13, 03:22 AM
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The bicycle looks to be the Bianchi entry level model. I am pretty sure it was made in Japan, not Italy and that will impact value.
If the bike is in working and road worthy condition, then it is worth $100 - $150 in a weak market, $200 - $250 in a strong market. Of course, marketing skills and how the bicycle is presented will also impact value. The point I am making is that determining the value of an old road bicycle is a tricky business. Learning what you can about Vintage Bicycle Value will help with the sale, if you take the time to look through the information and apply what you learn.
Hope that is some help and good luck with the bicycle sale.
If the bike is in working and road worthy condition, then it is worth $100 - $150 in a weak market, $200 - $250 in a strong market. Of course, marketing skills and how the bicycle is presented will also impact value. The point I am making is that determining the value of an old road bicycle is a tricky business. Learning what you can about Vintage Bicycle Value will help with the sale, if you take the time to look through the information and apply what you learn.
Hope that is some help and good luck with the bicycle sale.
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Yes, not worth much. Now "not worth much" in a hot market like San Fran, NYC, etc., can still be decent. I sold one just like it here for $50 (not ready to ride), and was happy getting it. Ready to ride, fresh tires, cables, bearings, grease, chain, etc., = $100. So I passed it on.
Buyer thought he had the deal of the century, as a week later it was reposted for $500, then slowly worked down in price over the next year.
Buyer thought he had the deal of the century, as a week later it was reposted for $500, then slowly worked down in price over the next year.
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04-23-13, 10:58 AM
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In a rural market maybe $100-$125. In an urban or collegiate market, $175-$225. Both estimates assume in ready-to-ride condition.
04-23-13, 11:03 AM
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I am pretty sure this is an '85 Sport w/ a three main tube ChroMOly frame and HiTen rear and fork. Basic recreational bike. I agree with Jake depending on your market and if it is ready for a trouble free summer $125 or so.
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04-23-13, 11:54 AM
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Thank you for the feedback. It is worth a little bit more than I expected. I am grateful for the help. God Bless!
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04-23-13, 12:27 PM
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The fact that it has a kickstand mount and room for fenders makes it interesting, though not particularly valuable.
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