1981 Trek model 710 appraisal?
11-09-16, 12:18 PM
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1981 Trek model 710 appraisal?
I have a 1981 Trek model 715 with light cosmetic scratches in good riding condition. All original paint and decals with some touch up paint (also original). Specs: 710 Reynolds 531 double butted 24" frame metallic dark blue, original SR crankset, original Suntour VX-GT deraillers, original Suntour Ultra 6 freewheel, original DiaCompe side pull brakes, original Shimano 600 hubs and Rigida rims.
11-09-16, 05:17 PM
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Pretty bike! I just paid $275 for a 1982 614. It is in excellent condition and all original except for the wheels, which are Belgian Weinmann rims laced onto Specialized hubs.
11-09-16, 06:02 PM
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Petermaz, welcome. The answer is: it depends. If you are going to sell it and go with a local Craig's list ad then your location is all important. Read the sticky at the top of this sub forum. It will provide useful info so I won't repeat it. Larger photos and photos of the components will be helpful here to see the condition of the frame and parts.
I have a 1981 716 24" which I bought on ebay 2 years ago. It was exactly what I was looking for in my size so I paid what it was worth to me. Check ebay sold listings for this model. There are some pretty high numbers for a few listings and I am not surprised since like me, some folks don't need or want the sought after 720 but the 710 frame works great for a sports touring frame that fits large tires.
I sold all the 600 Arabesque parts, wheels, etc that came with the bike so ended up paying around $200 for a pristine frame.
I have a 1981 716 24" which I bought on ebay 2 years ago. It was exactly what I was looking for in my size so I paid what it was worth to me. Check ebay sold listings for this model. There are some pretty high numbers for a few listings and I am not surprised since like me, some folks don't need or want the sought after 720 but the 710 frame works great for a sports touring frame that fits large tires.
I sold all the 600 Arabesque parts, wheels, etc that came with the bike so ended up paying around $200 for a pristine frame.
12-21-16, 02:17 PM
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Nice bike!
Did you sell it?
12-25-16, 04:47 PM
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Trek 710
Beautiful bike in my size. Lmk if you decide to part with it.
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