1969 Raleigh Super Course Value?
11-15-16, 12:38 PM
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1969 Raleigh Super Course Value?
54 cm Reynolds 531 frame
Normandy high flange hubs
Weineminn 27" 1 1/4" rims
Simplex derailleurs
Brooks Saddle
Worth $100?
(I apologize for the quality of the pics)
Normandy high flange hubs
Weineminn 27" 1 1/4" rims
Simplex derailleurs
Brooks Saddle
Worth $100?
(I apologize for the quality of the pics)
11-15-16, 01:35 PM
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Yes, easily worth $100. I'd pay that much for this bike in a heartbeat.
Nice quality frame (Reynolds main triangle) and looks to be pretty much original; even the leather saddle looks to be in good shape. I'd buy the bike and not waste too much time on this forum deciding whether to buy it or not.
Nice quality frame (Reynolds main triangle) and looks to be pretty much original; even the leather saddle looks to be in good shape. I'd buy the bike and not waste too much time on this forum deciding whether to buy it or not.
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Yes it's worth more than $100 and is a very nice bike. As presented it would be worth round $300-350 in most markets. These are a very good all around bikes and were at the top of Ralieghs sports line when new.
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$300 for a cottered steel crank, simplex derailleurs, and plain gauge 531. No way. VG condition, I'd say 200 225.
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Worth 100 for sure. It looks original including hoods in good shape. The simplex stuff is not worth much and I would replace if you plan to keep as rider otherwise the saddle, crank, brakes, and frame could net 200-250 on ebay.
11-15-16, 06:18 PM
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Worth $100, particularly if an old Raleigh is your thing. As a rider, it's going to be heavier and more lethargic with those low-end bits. I guess it comes down to what you're seeking.
Add another $50-$75 to your budget, exercise some patience and you'll eventually find a much better rider. 80's Schwinnns, Centurions and Raleighs often pop in the $150-$175 range and will reward the rider with a nicer ride.
Add another $50-$75 to your budget, exercise some patience and you'll eventually find a much better rider. 80's Schwinnns, Centurions and Raleighs often pop in the $150-$175 range and will reward the rider with a nicer ride.
11-15-16, 08:49 PM
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It doesn't appear the rims are matching, but still well worth $100, the saddle is worth $50. I paid more than $100 for each of the Super Courses I own. They ride cery well wih a set of Panaracers TGs.
11-16-16, 06:47 AM
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Easily worth the $100...
Frame/fork alone would be good at $100
Brooks Saddle = another $100
Rest of Components = $100
So...easily worth $300 in most markets
Frame/fork alone would be good at $100
Brooks Saddle = another $100
Rest of Components = $100
So...easily worth $300 in most markets
Originally Posted by howsteepisit
$300 for a cottered steel crank, simplex derailleurs, and plain gauge 531. No way. VG condition, I'd say 200 225.
11-16-16, 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by daf1009
Easily worth the $100...
Frame/fork alone would be good at $100
Brooks Saddle = another $100
Rest of Components = $100
So...easily worth $300 in most markets
Frame/fork alone would be good at $100
Brooks Saddle = another $100
Rest of Components = $100
So...easily worth $300 in most markets
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First, I am not, in any way, suggesting a part out here...just that the values of the individual components would be, IMHO...and in my market.
Second...I do quite well...I have bought approximately 100 bikes this year alone...making an average of 30-40% profit (some do quite well, others, well...we all have those). And I use the profits to fund my bikes and other toys.
If I were looking at this bike for a part out, you are right, I would not pay $300 for it. OP was asking about $100...which I would gladly pay, particularly given that I think the value would be over $300 in a part out...hmmm...and I think that is about 200% profit.
Second...I do quite well...I have bought approximately 100 bikes this year alone...making an average of 30-40% profit (some do quite well, others, well...we all have those). And I use the profits to fund my bikes and other toys.
If I were looking at this bike for a part out, you are right, I would not pay $300 for it. OP was asking about $100...which I would gladly pay, particularly given that I think the value would be over $300 in a part out...hmmm...and I think that is about 200% profit.
Originally Posted by howsteepisit
Nothing for the work to get it ready to sell the components? I would not pay $300 for a bike that the pared out value was $300 or even $350. But I like profit.
11-17-16, 10:52 AM
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Fair enough. I misunderstood your perspective. No disagreement that the original $100 was more than a fair price.
11-18-16, 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by daf1009
First, I am not, in any way, suggesting a part out here...just that the values of the individual components would be, IMHO...and in my market.
Second...I do quite well...I have bought approximately 100 bikes this year alone...making an average of 30-40% profit (some do quite well, others, well...we all have those). And I use the profits to fund my bikes and other toys.
If I were looking at this bike for a part out, you are right, I would not pay $300 for it. OP was asking about $100...which I would gladly pay, particularly given that I think the value would be over $300 in a part out...hmmm...and I think that is about 200% profit.
Second...I do quite well...I have bought approximately 100 bikes this year alone...making an average of 30-40% profit (some do quite well, others, well...we all have those). And I use the profits to fund my bikes and other toys.
If I were looking at this bike for a part out, you are right, I would not pay $300 for it. OP was asking about $100...which I would gladly pay, particularly given that I think the value would be over $300 in a part out...hmmm...and I think that is about 200% profit.
Than why ask?
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