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Old 05-19-10, 04:23 PM
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West German Road Bike?

Hello all, been lurking here a bit and gleaning some knowledge as I go. Complete newb to the cycling world so bear with me As a further caveat, please let me know if I posted this in the wrong forum. I understand the importance of following etiquette, especially as I just entered your home.


Ran across an older road bike for sale that was manufactured in West Germany called a Mundo. I did some research both here and online and have found absolutely NADA on a Mundo from West Germany. Apparently, there is a Mundo cargo bike, and maybe some Mundos from Japan and/or Brazil, but nary a mention of a West German manufacturer.

Does anyone have any insights on this bike. The most info I can gather is the origination country, the color is red and the badge on the front says "Mundo Cycles, Manufactured in West Germany." Thanks all
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pics would help a lot...


also info and pics of the components like the Hubs and any derailleurs would be of help as well
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Originally Posted by Zaphod Beeblebrox
pics would help a lot...


also info and pics of the components like the Hubs and any derailleurs would be of help as well
Here is the CL ad. That's all I have for pics. Really just wanting to grab an old road bike with a bit of character to putt around with. I have no bike knowledge but the components look less than nice.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/1749128363.html
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well go see if it fits...thats about at the top of the list.

If I had to guess I'd say expect a Hi-Ten steel frame, steel wheels...i could be wrong.

For simply putting around It would probably be decent...i'd definitely come in with an offer well below 75 though
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Originally Posted by Zaphod Beeblebrox
well go see if it fits...thats about at the top of the list.

If I had to guess I'd say expect a Hi-Ten steel frame, steel wheels...i could be wrong.

For simply putting around It would probably be decent...i'd definitely come in with an offer well below 75 though
Thanks Zaph
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no prob. If its not for you don't get it... there will be others.
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Don't go to it expecting much. It looks to be pretty much your extremely basic commuter bike - not worth a lot, and probably not well suited to upgrade or clean up a bunch.
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