Old (claimed 1930's) Raleigh: What is it? FMV?
07-14-15, 02:10 PM
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Old (claimed 1930's) Raleigh: What is it? FMV?
This popped up locally and I'm interested. Thoughts on which model it is and what would be a fair price? Size? Seller claims fully functional/ready to ride, new brake pads, missing bit of leather up front off the Brooks and from late 1930s. Additional chain case comes with it.
Thanks. (Not that I need you all convincing me to buy another 3 speed....)
Thanks. (Not that I need you all convincing me to buy another 3 speed....)
07-14-15, 02:48 PM
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Raleigh DL-1 Tourist, still in production today. As pictured, I would estimate $350-$400. That is the intermediate frame size, a bit hard to find.
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Originally Posted by oddjob2
Raleigh DL-1 Tourist, still in production today. As pictured, I would estimate $350-$400. That is the intermediate frame size, a bit hard to find.
I suppose I could flip. Should I expect a premium if I can confirm its a 1937?
07-14-15, 03:14 PM
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On the $180 asking price, if you got it for $150, it would be a great deal. But if your thinking ebay, it is a weighty beast. Check sold comps, you'll be surprised. Despite getting a Sprite pinched from my work stand the other night, I am glad it wasn't this 1978ish DL-1!
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Originally Posted by jmeb
Sort of what I suspected. Though asking price is well below your estimate. Unfortunately not sure if I will fit (at 6'2") on the frame size. Probably not the best buddy-bike for when friends come to town either....
I suppose I could flip. Should I expect a premium if I can confirm its a 1937?
I suppose I could flip. Should I expect a premium if I can confirm its a 1937?
The saddle is shot; probably missing the nose hardware along with the leather it was riveted to.
I'm not completely convinced it's a DL-1. They also made bikes like this with 26" wheels. The 26" rims usually have flat sides, though... so probably 28" wheels.
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