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HSean 07-07-10 11:24 PM

I found this on local listings, Superbe are nice and all but this one I think is abit over priced.
http://www.usedottawa.com/classified...perbe_12471513

jacksbike 07-08-10 12:07 AM

Recent post in my area: Japanese manufactured Panasonic Villager 3 road bike for $275. Worth $100. However, I have seen 1970 era Columbia 26" wheel basic gas pipe 10 speeds going for $135.00

brian3069 07-08-10 11:29 AM

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Raleigh Super Course 25 - $1200
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=158872

cb400bill 07-08-10 08:01 PM

Yeah, Suurrrrre.

"Up for sale is a nice Dura-Ace wheelset. I have to part with it because I've switched to Campagnolo.

Rear rim developed a small crack near the valve hole after hitting a pothole. It has not increased in size since, and my bike shop says that its no problem at all."

$200 OBO

http://annarbor.craigslist.org/bik/1832859180.html

Drillium Dude 07-08-10 10:37 PM


Originally Posted by cb400bill (Post 11081729)
Rear rim developed a small crack near the valve hole after hitting a pothole. It has not increased in size since, and my bike shop says that its no problem at all."

Then his bike shop is the problem...

Flying Merkel 07-08-10 11:06 PM

$500 Huffy!

Fixie - $500 (Perris)

Date: 2010-07-08, 9:26PM PDT
Reply to: sale-hm6er-1833236628@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

Single Speed fixed gear bike for sale. Old school Huffy frame with Huffy fork. Weinmann gold anodized deep v wheelset. With flip flop hub. Gold anodized eighth inch crankset. Gold anodized wellgo platform pedals. Threaded stem flat black. Seatpost by sunrace flat black. Orgin 8 cut off drop bars with black camo tape. Saddle by Orgin 8. The bike has just been put together and is in fine working condition. Few scratches on frame. Everything besides the frame are brand new parts. I will also include brake levers by Tektro and front brake by Tektro for you. If you have any questions feel free to ask. call or text (951) 575-9250 or benjamin.robinson08@gmail.com Thanks for looking.
http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/1833236628.html

noglider 07-10-10 11:39 AM

$450 for an English 3-speed.

Someone tell me if I could get anywhere near that kind of money. I have an old English 3-speed in very good condition. I'm planning on shining it up and selling it. I live near NYC and I'm willing to list it as in NYC and bringing it in for people to see it, if it's possible to get even $250 or more.

KonAaron Snake 07-10-10 11:46 AM

I wasn't able to even get $200 for mine...and it was a good condition 1954 Raleigh Sports with Rudge cranks (they were original to the bike), dyno hub and fenders.

Bianchigirll 07-10-10 12:20 PM

we should all start emailing this guy asking about the bike. ask him about the frame and pretend it is really somethign special.


Originally Posted by Flying Merkel (Post 11082483)
$500 Huffy!

Fixie - $500 (Perris)

Date: 2010-07-08, 9:26PM PDT
Reply to: sale-hm6er-1833236628@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

Single Speed fixed gear bike for sale. Old school Huffy frame with Huffy fork. Weinmann gold anodized deep v wheelset. With flip flop hub. Gold anodized eighth inch crankset. Gold anodized wellgo platform pedals. Threaded stem flat black. Seatpost by sunrace flat black. Orgin 8 cut off drop bars with black camo tape. Saddle by Orgin 8. The bike has just been put together and is in fine working condition. Few scratches on frame. Everything besides the frame are brand new parts. I will also include brake levers by Tektro and front brake by Tektro for you. If you have any questions feel free to ask. call or text (951) 575-9250 or benjamin.robinson08@gmail.com Thanks for looking.
http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/1833236628.html

http://images.craigslist.org/3k93pa3...c0d36e1171.jpg

greengage 07-10-10 02:52 PM

I wish! I've never heard of anyone paying this much for a basic English three-speed--and that's a nice but pretty average-looking Sports. I've seen some super-shiny, mint men's Tourists go for over $500 but nothing else close and that's in Boston where there's a pretty good traffic in these bikes. I'd love to hear differently, but I can't imagine that this dope will get anything more than a couple of hundred, max.

Originally Posted by noglider (Post 11089660)
$450 for an English 3-speed.

Someone tell me if I could get anywhere near that kind of money. I have an old English 3-speed in very good condition. I'm planning on shining it up and selling it. I live near NYC and I'm willing to list it as in NYC and bringing it in for people to see it, if it's possible to get even $250 or more.


noglider 07-10-10 03:05 PM

OK, I'm glad you confirm my suspicion.

After I shine mine up, I'm going to start out at a wacky price, in hopes that I get it. Then I'll gradually reduce the price to $250 or $200. Then I'll wait.

Bikedued 07-11-10 07:28 PM

Hmmm, I'll wait for a $20 one at a flea market.,,,,BD

http://houston.craigslist.org/bik/1836650837.html

Scrockern8r 07-11-10 10:37 PM

http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/bik/1838063242.html

Adult "bell" helmet - my jackass husband n teenage son think they god - $35 (Lacey)

Date: 2010-07-11, 9:01PM PDT
Reply to: see below

Rei adult mens large bell helmet. Worn approx 5 times. The male ******* in my family refuse to wear. They simply will be far superior than whatever force there hardassheads will thump against - so I decide today to take the damn helmet n sell it to another mom with good intentions.

Txt me for pix.

cycle_maven 07-12-10 09:49 AM

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http://austin.craigslist.org/bik/1837608060.html


I wonder if he ever took it off any sweet jumps?

Oregon Southpaw 07-12-10 11:21 AM

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http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/bik/1837703579.html

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=159440
Fuji Cambridge Men's Road Bike. 2009 only 56 miles on it! Color: White and Black. Features: ajustable seat post, removable front tire, pedometer, side mirror, bell, and custom rack. Height: 39in from ground to seat level. Brand new condition! Please call 260-436-8098.

What is sort of tricky about this ad is that if you look up 2009 Fuji Cambridge, they had shifted away from hybrid/comfort and made that label a lugged-steel commuter bike. Which was like $1200.
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=159441
I mean nobody's going to pay $900 for that POS advertised above but it is some seriously shady advertising...particularly if you don't have a critical Google-eye and you are lead to believe you're getting in effect a 30% off the MSRP (which of course is still not great).

seawind161 07-12-10 01:43 PM

But it has an adjustable seat post! And a removable front tire- that oughtta be worth SOMETHING...

danielv 07-12-10 02:01 PM

And a PEDOMETER!

Rollfast 07-12-10 03:33 PM


Originally Posted by noglider (Post 11089660)
$450 for an English 3-speed.

Someone tell me if I could get anywhere near that kind of money. I have an old English 3-speed in very good condition. I'm planning on shining it up and selling it. I live near NYC and I'm willing to list it as in NYC and bringing it in for people to see it, if it's possible to get even $250 or more.

There's a guy in Boise who couldn't give away a Rollfast English 3-speed if he threw in an escort and a stack of twenties, but then I don't think anybody likes him. Oh well.

wjletch 07-14-10 04:53 PM

I suppose bargain bikes are few and far between these days

http://orlando.craigslist.org/bik/1842468704.html
Triumph Made in England. Genuine English Light weight. $400 obo call Tamara 407-967-0707

liquefied 07-14-10 05:17 PM


Originally Posted by Imperturbable Ryuu Ichigo (Post 11102107)

Maybe that's a crazy price in Kansas but over here it's not too far off.

wjletch 07-14-10 10:47 PM

Ha omg

* * * UNIQUE PATRIOTIC BIKE * * * KC - $259
ONE OF A KIND UNIQUE VINTAGE PATRIOTIC BIKE. . . . Dare to be different. Impress your friends. Show them you are still a Patriot despite what is happening to our country. Ride a bike & reduce your gas consumption. Stop giving your money to foreign countries looking to harm us.
This vintage has been carefully restored/rebuilt and in excellent condition. It began life in Allentown PA. as a Ross Eurotour. It is a 26” mens 5 speed with a patriotic paint job. This bike gets plenty of attention.
The seat tube measures 20 -3/4” from the center of the crank to the top of tube.
A cross section of the chrome fenders reveal a raised formed stepped arrangement as opposed to just a single stamped arch as seen on Schwinn bikes of that era.
The original Shimano Tourney hand brake actuators with Shimano pads operate properly and the wheels run true. New tires and tubes - 26 x 1-3/8” The rims are Van Schothorst 590 (Holland). The aluminum rear package tray was made by Pletscher (Switzerland) and has a spring loaded hold down which lays flat when not in use.
The Cloud 9 seat (also known as the couch) is extremely comfortable.
Speedometer is a NOS (new old stock) Stewart Warner Cadet
The most amazing and unique feature of this bike is it’s ability to shift gears while coasting!
This bike incorporates a unique Shimano freewheel arrangement –The ratcheting freewheel mechanism is located in the pedal crank set, not in the rear wheel. The chain and rear sprockets are in motion whenever the rear wheel is turning. This allows you to shift gears while coasting. Pedal movement is not necessary. The stem mounted shifter is spring loaded and shifting is smooth and effortless. Contact KC 386-873-4496
http://orlando.craigslist.org/bik/1843429262.html

CACycling 07-15-10 11:59 AM

WOW!

http://ventura.craigslist.org/bik/1844487646.html

Rode Bike 14 speed... - $500 (oxnard )

Date: 2010-07-15, 10:06AM PDT
Reply to: s*****@craigslist.org

this bike is recentry painted.....
custom paint..

new breaks cables..
new..handle bar tape.....
semi new chain..parts..all clean

shimao rims..


needs shifters..rear tube tire..and seat....


jose***@hotmail.com

make me an offer....


http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4082/...a16073b8ee.jpg

cinco 07-15-10 12:51 PM


Originally Posted by CACycling (Post 11117872)
WOW!

http://ventura.craigslist.org/bik/1844487646.html

Rode Bike 14 speed... - $500 (oxnard )

Reminds me of an easter egg. An easter egg which just might give you cancer.

Chris_in_Miami 07-15-10 02:58 PM

If the trim lines are fat and shaky, do you still call them "pinstripes?"

Restored 1965 fixie - $325 (Delray Beach)

This is a 1965 Murray Monaco. I dismantled it and repainted it, an had some custom wheels built for it (the most valuable part). It's not really the right size for me, so I want to sell it at cost, which is about $325

Nate
561-441-2219

  • Location: Delray Beach
  • it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
http://images.craigslist.org/3ka3pa3...06d8d81983.jpg http://images.craigslist.org/3n43o93...99d9f2118d.jpg http://images.craigslist.org/3m53p73...4a9ac51d2d.jpg

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