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freeman01in 05-16-16 07:54 AM

Univega maxima sport worth?
 
Here is the listing.
boston.craigslist.org/nos/bik/5561662725.html

Is it worth $145?

zukahn1 05-16-16 08:44 AM

This one looks to be just OK for the price lower end model Hi-Ten bike with cheap 27 inch wheels and components. It looks to be in good original condition but will need a complete overhaul with new consumables cables, brake pads, tires and bartape, 30+ year old OEM tires and grip on bar foam aren't much of a selling point, so figure on spending another $100-150 on servicing the bike. I think in the the $200-300 range you should be able to find something nicer that's basically ready to ride.
https://boston.craigslist.org/nos/bik/5561662725.html
https://images.craigslist.org/00N0N_...n_1200x900.jpg
This one is a much nicer touring model with a chro-mo frame triple front and cantis for $180.
https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/5584101069.html
https://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_...m_1200x900.jpg

freeman01in 05-16-16 12:06 PM

The second one is probably too small for me. I am 6'00". I did see another Univega Grand Touring (Made in Taiwan) at a LBS. The guy said he needs to fit a new crankset, and is willing to sell it for $275. It is nicely refurbished with new brake pads and tubes. Is that a fair price for a Univega Grand Touring?

zukahn1 05-16-16 04:16 PM

$275 for a actual touring bike in good shape ready to ride in a major market is a decent price. Some actual specs and pics would help to tell if it is just a OK deal or pretty good, since Univega made several models in there Grand touring series and they very quit depending on year.

freeman01in 05-16-16 06:23 PM

I think the Univega is an 88 model from what I remember. And it will be in good condition because the LBS guy is fixing it.
I am wondering how does it compare to a 1989 Trek 1200. Both cost about the same. I realize a lot depends on the condition, but I just want a general opinion.

TREK 1200 ALUMINUM ROAD BIKE - 58cm

Thanks!!!

zukahn1 05-17-16 08:18 AM

Quality and value wise there both about the same. The main difference is the Trek is more of a road bike with tighter geometry and a much stiffer ride with no clearance for larger tires fenders or rack.


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