Originally Posted by
tradtimbo
I've found out that the bike has Suntour components. He also confirmed the 531. Here are some pics. the serial number is WB90013 0. Mr. Brown says that late 70's Raleighs with the W were typically reserved for the High-end bikes with 531 tubing and above. I'd love to know what some of you would pay for this bike.
This is what the ad reads:
Vintage Raleigh Team Record 1979;58 cm Reynolds butted 531 frame and fork; Team Colors (red, yellow, black; original paint in fair condition); Normandy competition hubs with Mavic tubular rims; Raleigh cotterless crank set; Suntour changers; Weinmann side-pull brakes; original Brooks Professional riveted leather saddle in good condition.
The only Suntour mentioned is the changers and who knows what level those are. IMO, the only thing this bike has going for it is the 531 frame and the Brooks Pro saddle. I would hesitate to spend even $250 knowing I would be replacing the components. But that is me and I tend to be eccentric when it comes to my bikes. It is no where near worth the asking price. I doubt it sold for that much new. Anyone know?