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07-01-16, 01:02 PM

novalyx

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Mercier special tour de france

Hi all,

Can anyone tell me if this is a good price for this bike given the provided pics?

Vintage Mercier Special tour De France 10 speed with 21" frame on Kijiji https://www.kijiji.ca/v-road-bike/mississauga-peel-region/vintage-mercier-special-tour-de-france-10-speed-with-21-frame/1178583652

07-01-16, 01:27 PM

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This is the bottom of the line, early 1970s model. Consequently, it has a hi-tensile steel frame, steel rims and a steel cottered crankset. The price is not unreasonable for the market for something that is ready to ride. However, the set-up for the rear derailleur indicates the owner is mechanically inept and I would be leery of riding this bicycle without going over it completely. As such, it's not good value.

07-01-16, 05:14 PM

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novalyx - Might I suggest this Mercier 300? Not as cheap but so much better.

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