Originally Posted by jm01
i'd be carefull with this one...an aluminum wheel doesn't rust (see the front wheel)...that rust came off the drive train because it was used in rain or snow and not properly maintained...its migrated to the tire indicating that they did use some oil which spread the rust to the tire
from the pic it looks like it will need a new chain, cog set, and probably a chain ring (i shudder at the thought of what she did to the bottom bracket)...you may find rusty spokes as well and the freewheel may seize up shortly as well
Take care
EDIT:...check to see if its mud or rust...muds OK, but take care if its rust
EDIT 2:...a Giant Boulder is not a great commuter for city use...any hybrids listed?
My hobby is buying used bikes at garage sales. I think jm01 is right on. I would not offer more than $20, if anything. If the cassette is rusty and the chain is certainly gone, your looking at a $45 parts cost plus your time and that assumes you have the tools to complete the repairs. I paid $20 for a Bianchi MTB that looked to be about the same except the rear wheel had no rust and the freewheel appears to be in good shape. Also that bike is older than 5 years old.