1974 ItalVega Frameset
01-21-16, 10:10 PM
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1974 ItalVega Frameset
Hello All,
I am in the market for a new frame. Unfortunately, the first one i purchased has proven to be too big.
I was searching on craigslist and stumbled upon this. From what i've read, these frames have received a lot of praise.
What would be a fair asking price for something like this? I know markets vary. I unfortunately have no idea which model it is. If it helps at all, i live in Phoenix.
The seller is asking for $150.
I am in the market for a new frame. Unfortunately, the first one i purchased has proven to be too big.
I was searching on craigslist and stumbled upon this. From what i've read, these frames have received a lot of praise.
What would be a fair asking price for something like this? I know markets vary. I unfortunately have no idea which model it is. If it helps at all, i live in Phoenix.
The seller is asking for $150.
01-21-16, 10:27 PM
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Hello All,
I am in the market for a new frame. Unfortunately, the first one i purchased has proven to be too big.
I was searching on craigslist and stumbled upon this. From what i've read, these frames have received a lot of praise.
What would be a fair asking price for something like this? I know markets vary. I unfortunately have no idea which model it is. If it helps at all, i live in Phoenix.
The seller is asking for $150.
I am in the market for a new frame. Unfortunately, the first one i purchased has proven to be too big.
I was searching on craigslist and stumbled upon this. From what i've read, these frames have received a lot of praise.
What would be a fair asking price for something like this? I know markets vary. I unfortunately have no idea which model it is. If it helps at all, i live in Phoenix.
The seller is asking for $150.
01-21-16, 10:29 PM
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I have not seen it in person. I'm trying to decide what i should offer, so i know whether or not it is even worth it to meet up with the guy.
01-22-16, 07:42 AM
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If you have the time/tools/aptitude/space/pile of parts to build up this frame, I would have no problem paying $150 for that frame. If you don't, forget it.
01-22-16, 07:45 AM
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Full columbus tubing frameset with the paint in pretty good condition and nice chrome on the fork crown and drop outs for $150, not bad.
01-22-16, 09:53 AM
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Most Italvega were manufactured by Torresini who are more commonly known by their Torpado brand. It's a top level frame for the period, based on the Columbus decal and other features. IMO, that is a good price.
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