Flipped my Nishiki for $125 <big grin>
07-07-08, 06:15 AM
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Flipped my Nishiki for $125 <big grin>
Well, after I fixed up the Nishiki I paid $15 for, I rode it for about 250 miles and thoroughly enjoyed it! However, I decided to see what it was worth, so I posted it on Craig's List for $150. Ten minutes after posting, I got two phone calls! One was from a young high school boy, and his dad was a road biker. After an examination and ride, he wanted it! I did go soft a little, since he was a cross country runner and his dad was knowledgeable on bikes. I cut the price to $125 and the young man paid with his own money! I hated to see it go, but I know it will be enjoyed and treasured.
Here is what the bike looks like now:
Dave
Here is what the bike looks like now:
Dave
07-07-08, 07:50 AM
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Sharp looking bike - you could have gotten more, but I think you did alright for your $15, and the buyers got a really nice bike for $125. Was that a Sugino 110/74 triple crank with the granny gear removed and a Suntour drivetrain? Ideal sport/touring bike. 
07-07-08, 08:27 AM
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Well, after I fixed up the Nishiki I paid $15 for, I rode it for about 250 miles and thoroughly enjoyed it! However, I decided to see what it was worth, so I posted it on Craig's List for $150. Ten minutes after posting, I got two phone calls! One was from a young high school boy, and his dad was a road biker. After an examination and ride, he wanted it! I did go soft a little, since he was a cross country runner and his dad was knowledgeable on bikes. I cut the price to $125 and the young man paid with his own money! I hated to see it go, but I know it will be enjoyed and treasured.
Here is what the bike looks like now:
Dave
Here is what the bike looks like now:
Dave
07-07-08, 10:12 AM
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Wow, that is a nice bike, that kid got a great deal. In 20 years, he will fondly remember shelling out big bucks for his first nice bike; maybe you will even make an appearance in his memories 
07-09-08, 04:02 PM
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sugino crank
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