Originally Posted by
raria
But then how would I sell the the 49cm touring bike. I would list it as a nearly new 2013 Fuji Touring with well used 2009 components? As we all know touring riders are pretty picky and I would be a bit dubious about buying such a Frankenstien bike.
I don't know what the actual costs involved are, but I'd just sell it as a commuter for a fair price for what is on it. Don't hide it or deceive people, but believe it or not, most people aren't that scrupulous in knowing what components came on which bike for that model year or really care.