Kuwahara Caravan worth?
05-25-16, 07:34 PM
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Kuwahara Caravan worth?
Im looking to buy this touring bike.. I read that kuwaharas are great bikes and that touring bikes are expensive! What do you think? Here is the add
Men's Road Bike with Helmet For Sale | road | Ottawa | Kijiji
Men's Road Bike with Helmet For Sale | road | Ottawa | Kijiji
05-25-16, 09:50 PM
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Yes, buy it now if it fits. Go quick!
05-26-16, 04:28 AM
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Yes, buy it now if it fits. Go quick!
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05-26-16, 05:13 AM
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The Caravan was an entry level touring bicycle but that is still a great price, provided there are no major issues and it is your size.
05-26-16, 08:17 AM
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I am going to see it tonight! It's quite surprising that nobody bought it during the 3 days the add was up... and it almost has 500 views. But anyway, Ill post some pictures when I get it.
05-26-16, 08:52 AM
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Yes that is a great price for a touring bike in this case the bad pictures and poorly done add work in your favor.A lot of people looking for this type of bike would likely not even notice this one.
05-26-16, 08:57 AM
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I not surprised, as it is a poorly written ad with bad photos. There are not enough details and you can't tell much by looking at it, other than it is a touring model with cantilevers. The sizing info is meaningless. Unfamiliar 28" tyre size and need for brake tune-up would scare off most looking looking at the ad.
05-26-16, 08:06 PM
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Kuwahara $$$$$$$$$$$$$$..................
05-27-16, 10:49 AM
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I finally bought it.. it has deore derailleurs, specialized crank and pedals, new front wheel, 2 spare spokes attached to the frame and more. Seems like a great bike! But from a flipping perspective, what am I looking at price wise?
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05-27-16, 05:22 PM
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That cleaned up pretty nice the slightly mismatched wheels and components may hold price down a little. I would get rid of the torn saddle cover and rusty pedal straps. then I think you could get $250-300 in most markets as shown.
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To be honest, I sold it earlier today for 320$.. but still wanted to get someones opinion for the price! Gave the guy a few goodies (kickstand, bottle hodler, helmet..) But Im pretty happy with the flip.. Less than 24h and a solid profit.
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