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11-21-15, 01:33 AM
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I'm not quite sure of the year on this one, but I can't find anything on the internet indicating they were ever sold for more than $500. I think the seller may be a bit optimistic.
Marin Larkspur model ladies Mixty bike ( cafe bike) - $650 (Eugene)
Marin Larkspur model ladies Mixty bike ( cafe bike) - $650 (Eugene)
MSRP AS EQUIPPED. $1350.00
Sales price $ 650.00
This bike is Brand New fresh out of the box. Completely assembled and tested.
Sales price $ 650.00
This bike is Brand New fresh out of the box. Completely assembled and tested.
11-21-15, 01:36 AM
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stretch cruiser - $200 (C.G.)
It looks like these were actually a production model.
I just can't imagine riding one.
GT Kustom Kruiser Roadster Bicycle - Overstock Shopping - Great Deals on GT Bicycles Bicycles
Kustom Kruiser Roadster it's a 7 out of 10 does have a little rust but still very nice 26"wheels springer front end fun riding lots of complements. 200.00 O.B.O. thanks Sam
It looks like these were actually a production model.
I just can't imagine riding one.
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11-21-15, 10:49 AM
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stretch cruiser - $200 (C.G.)
It looks like these were actually a production model.
I just can't imagine riding one.
GT Kustom Kruiser Roadster Bicycle - Overstock Shopping - Great Deals on GT Bicycles Bicycles
It looks like these were actually a production model.
I just can't imagine riding one.
GT Kustom Kruiser Roadster Bicycle - Overstock Shopping - Great Deals on GT Bicycles Bicycles
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11-21-15, 12:19 PM
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I just found this on E-Bay.
Anybody else think it looks a bit like everyone's favorite internet bike?
NOS Ernesto Colnago C35 Ferrari Campagnolo C Record Oro 35th Anniversary Cobalto, $24,999.00 plus $750 shipping
VISP RD-Machete 14 Speeds 51/ 54 cm 700C 3 Spokes Road Bike Speed Road Bicycle, $916.75 plus FREE shipping
Anybody else think it looks a bit like everyone's favorite internet bike?
NOS Ernesto Colnago C35 Ferrari Campagnolo C Record Oro 35th Anniversary Cobalto, $24,999.00 plus $750 shipping
VISP RD-Machete 14 Speeds 51/ 54 cm 700C 3 Spokes Road Bike Speed Road Bicycle, $916.75 plus FREE shipping
11-21-15, 05:05 PM
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ha, read the machete reviews on amazon, very funny! Also, my favorite question to the manufacturer - Does it really only weigh 30 lbs?
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I am in Orange County and I have seen this same ad for months. You can examine all the government statistics on the economy, but when
a resident of one of the richest cities in the country, (Irvine, Ca.) is this desperate for $4, this should be cause for concern. I swear when
I saw this ad yesterday for the 25th time, I had to pray for the strength not to send this guy a scathing email.
a resident of one of the richest cities in the country, (Irvine, Ca.) is this desperate for $4, this should be cause for concern. I swear when
I saw this ad yesterday for the 25th time, I had to pray for the strength not to send this guy a scathing email.
11-22-15, 08:32 AM
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The Colnago makes my eyes hurt.
11-22-15, 07:11 PM
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11-23-15, 02:18 AM
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Schwinn Varsity, priced like a Schwinn Paramount, here in San Diego
Vintage Schwann 10 speed bike
Or maybe just a typo, with an extra zero inadvertently added to the asking price. I suspect this may be there a while.
Vintage Schwann 10 speed bike
Or maybe just a typo, with an extra zero inadvertently added to the asking price. I suspect this may be there a while.
11-23-15, 07:52 AM
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Schwinn Varsity, priced like a Schwinn Paramount, here in San Diego
Vintage Schwann 10 speed bike
Or maybe just a typo, with an extra zero inadvertently added to the asking price. I suspect this may be there a while.
Vintage Schwann 10 speed bike
Or maybe just a typo, with an extra zero inadvertently added to the asking price. I suspect this may be there a while.
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11-23-15, 11:53 AM
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Really? $450? You just said nearly everything needs to be replaced, and you're asking $450?,,,,BD
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The seller has left himself wide open for a lowball offer. The frame is a bit battered and is worth about $100. Old aluminum frames just don't go for that much.
Hit him with an offer of $150. He has said that it is only worth the $100 frame.
11-23-15, 12:08 PM
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Somewhat cranky seller with a brutal repaint of a De Rosa. Price I suppose is OK if you don't mind cleaning up the paint job.
De Rosa Super Prestige 1984 Eddy Merckx 58cm Red Vintage Road Bike Columbus SLX
De Rosa Super Prestige 1984 Eddy Merckx 58cm Red Vintage Road Bike Columbus SLX
11-23-15, 12:11 PM
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No doubt it needs a full strip-down tune-up, but how bad could it really be?
The seller has left himself wide open for a lowball offer. The frame is a bit battered and is worth about $100. Old aluminum frames just don't go for that much.
Hit him with an offer of $150. He has said that it is only worth the $100 frame.
The seller has left himself wide open for a lowball offer. The frame is a bit battered and is worth about $100. Old aluminum frames just don't go for that much.
Hit him with an offer of $150. He has said that it is only worth the $100 frame.
11-23-15, 12:45 PM
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11-23-15, 12:56 PM
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Maybe one could install BMX foot pegs too
11-23-15, 01:26 PM
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I can’t figure this out… it has been posted almost daily for weeks:
Vintage Campagnolo Super RECORD HIGH FLANGE front hub
https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/bik/5298314792.html
The picture is obviously a low flange rear hub. So zero for accuracy, although they at least they spelled Campagnolo correctly, and identified it as a hub.This actually might be worth the posted price, if the cones aren’t pitted, or the axle isn’t broken, or the freewheel treading isn’t stripped etc.
Trolling for phone numbers? A sneaky way of flushing-out local C&V buyers?
Vintage Campagnolo Super RECORD HIGH FLANGE front hub
https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/bik/5298314792.html
The picture is obviously a low flange rear hub. So zero for accuracy, although they at least they spelled Campagnolo correctly, and identified it as a hub.This actually might be worth the posted price, if the cones aren’t pitted, or the axle isn’t broken, or the freewheel treading isn’t stripped etc.
Trolling for phone numbers? A sneaky way of flushing-out local C&V buyers?
11-23-15, 01:43 PM
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This looks an awful lot like a gas pipe Bottechia frame I bought at the BAMF auction in 2013, then later flipped after I decided it needed more parts than I could source for a reasonable price. I'd like to know which part is the kicker that makes this bike worth $1200...
Bottecchia 61cm fixie
Bottecchia 61cm fixie
11-23-15, 02:07 PM
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This looks an awful lot like a gas pipe Bottechia frame I bought at the BAMF auction in 2013, then later flipped after I decided it needed more parts than I could source for a reasonable price. I'd like to know which part is the kicker that makes this bike worth $1200...
Bottecchia 61cm fixie
Bottecchia 61cm fixie
That is a pretty wild rear wheel.
11-23-15, 02:36 PM
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I can't seem to find a pic of my Bottechia frame, but ISTR it had stamped rear dropouts and no hanger, requiring a derailleur with a claw.
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Anyone need a deal on a derailleur? –Bay ad
11-24-15, 02:54 PM
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Anyone need a deal on a derailleur? –Bay ad
I suppose 7410 would put it in the mid 90's.
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I wonder how many NOS parts just end up sitting around. Perhaps intended for an uncompleted build, spares purchased, but not needed, or unsold store stock that just became old.
A lot of older NOS bike parts still turn up, easily back into the 1950's. Heck, in the Auto world, NOS Model T parts from the 1920's are still common.
For example, these show up on E-Bay from time to time.
RARE! Campagnolo Cambio Corsa Paris Roubaix Dropout Set NOS WITH FRONTS!