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Older Bianchi Veloce, Celeste ... worth...?

I originally posted this in the wrong section , so here it is again...


"I'll get right down to it:

found this bike on craigslist. owner seems to know little about the bike itself (got it at a garagesale -- definitely wish I had been at that sale!).

here's the information she's provided to me:

60 cm, Bianchi Veloce, Shimano 600 comps

"From my research I would say mid 1990s model. Mechanicals are in great shape and are original to this bike. Crank has usual scuffs. Also, while taking close ups there are small road dings on lower frame tubes. All minor and no rust.

Also, I found a website that has year codes for Shimano components. They are 1993. This is a really nice completely vintage bike. The carbon forks are fine (no visible damage, have nice ring tone when tapped and no tiny hairs protruding). No cables are missing, wheels are true and mechanicals all smoothe...Probably a very nice ride. I am 5' 6'' and I can't even get a leg over it so, I really can't say."

she's asking 500$ for it right now.

the bike looks pretty stellar in the pictures, but there's only so much to see -- she's kind of a drive away so I can't just stop by to check it out.

as always, thanks!"



also, Bianchigirll:

I noticed that you mentioned the frame isn't actually reparto corse -- how can you tell?
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