1980’s Schwinn beach cruiser
 

Hello All,

I’m new to this forum and could really use some help. I’m trying to find a classic 80’s beach cruiser with no gears for my father in law. Any ideas on where to look?

Do you want a used 80’s Beach Cruiser ?
Or just the Classic beach cruiser single speed design .
If you’re wanting a classic beach cruiser design , I recommend an Electra , Cruiser 1 .
I love both of my Electra C1’s .
I have an old 1969 Schwinn Heavy Duty beach cruiser .
is this the style you’re looking for?
I’ll post a picture of my Electra C1 as it came if I can find a picture. I’ve changed a lot of things on them .

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...c22c42ae0.jpeg

This is my first C1 , a matt black one . At this time it has a different seat , a couple of bags and a bike computer I’ve added .
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...e1e472b4c.jpeg

And this is how it looks today .
Next week it will have green anodized aluminum wheels .
you can see the frames are similar, cantilever styled frames .
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...8635ed714.jpeg

You’re cruiser looks great but I’m looking for a used original 80’ schwinn beach cruiser. Any ideas of where I might find one?

Can’t help you there . Check Craigslist, Facebook marketplace . Most people hang onto the originals . Good luck with your search .

I see the originals on EBAY but will cost as much or more than a used one. This is my Huffy one made from a $50 frame and about $150 worth of parts and a few hours of time. Aluminum rims with a BMX front sealed bearing hub and a Bendix red band 2 speed rear hub. Brooks saddle and a bunch of parts I had laying around. Roger

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...b9e91e65d.jpeg
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...476e074e4.jpeg

nice bike

Man, these are sharp!

Listing your area would help. You could always go to burning man and pickup one that gets left behind.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...5762843a08.jpg

I just sold one last week for $350

In 1980 they were called Cruisers. Heres two "TOTL" from 1980....

https://thecabe.com/forum/threads/80...deluxe.194918/

https://thecabe.com/forum/threads/80...ruiser.187183/

Man, cool

You don't mention your location, but Craigslist in OC, CA has many listed for a reasonable outlay.