Help identify this Eddy Merckx
11-02-12, 03:03 AM
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Help identify this Eddy Merckx
Hi All,
I'm new to this forum, from Cape Town, South Africa.
I have the opportunity to buy the Eddy Merckx frame in the picture, including a Capagnolo BB, headset and fork for $115.
I cant determine the model, age or even if it's a real EM. I know it's not a great foot, but unfortunately it's the only one I have, and I'm hoping there's someone out there who has seen something similar before and can shed some light on it.
I'm new to this forum, from Cape Town, South Africa.
I have the opportunity to buy the Eddy Merckx frame in the picture, including a Capagnolo BB, headset and fork for $115.
I cant determine the model, age or even if it's a real EM. I know it's not a great foot, but unfortunately it's the only one I have, and I'm hoping there's someone out there who has seen something similar before and can shed some light on it.
11-02-12, 07:10 AM
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looks like maybe one of the more recent alum. frame models?
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11-02-12, 09:17 AM
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Looks to me like it is an "Alu Sprint" or perhaps a "Gara" but I cannot be sure, ask for a couple of drive side photos as the model name will appear on the top tube. It is an aluminium frame and fork, whatever it is and it is definitely a real Merckx, that paint job is pretty distinctive. For $115, that is a pretty decent deal if it is your size.
11-02-12, 09:41 AM
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11-09-12, 05:19 AM
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I think it is an Eddy Merckx Alu-Mega frame. The price is great!
11-17-12, 04:30 PM
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Think you're right - it could very well be an alu mega - check google images
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