'98? Cannondale R600
11-04-14, 11:46 PM
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'98? Cannondale R600
Hey all, I've been looking for a second (older) road bike, and this one caught my eye. It's a 1998 (I think) Cdale r600, Shimano Rx100 components, carbon fork, looks like it is in great condition. Seller is asking 300, good deal?
11-05-14, 02:19 AM
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I'd pass. New front wheel and fork indicate a possible accident, so frame integrity may be in question.
11-05-14, 04:08 AM
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Have you actually gone to see the bike? Is it the right size?
I would not necessarily rule it out until I know more about how the fork and front wheel got replaced. Was the fork bent in an accident, or did the Seller replace the fork because he/she wanted a carbon upgrade?
What happened to the original front wheel?
Non-original parts are a sign that the bike could have been in a accident, and should be checked by a bike shop before you buy it, AND non-original parts usually lower the market value of the bike.
After checking the bike over to make sure that there's isn't any frame damage, I'd offer the Seller $200, and see what he says. I probably would not pay $300 for it with the non-matching front wheel, but if I like the bike in person, and it fits, I might be willing to pay more than my $200 first offer.
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I would not necessarily rule it out until I know more about how the fork and front wheel got replaced. Was the fork bent in an accident, or did the Seller replace the fork because he/she wanted a carbon upgrade?
What happened to the original front wheel?
Non-original parts are a sign that the bike could have been in a accident, and should be checked by a bike shop before you buy it, AND non-original parts usually lower the market value of the bike.
After checking the bike over to make sure that there's isn't any frame damage, I'd offer the Seller $200, and see what he says. I probably would not pay $300 for it with the non-matching front wheel, but if I like the bike in person, and it fits, I might be willing to pay more than my $200 first offer.
Take cash with you.
11-05-14, 04:44 AM
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Originally Posted by oddjob2
I'd pass. New front wheel and fork indicate a possible accident, so frame integrity may be in question.
Can understand the issues with swapping part on a new bike, but anything over a couple of years which has been used will have worn some parts out / have had parts replaced for fit, as this one looks like is has had, with the short stem and saddle.
11-05-14, 06:31 AM
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Originally Posted by jimc101
Is the fork really a replacement? looks pretty similar to this https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycli...t-caad-47.html and 1998 Cannondale R600 - BikePedia for the front wheel, I have a 1995 531 road bike, and the front wheel is changed 2-3 times a year, as it's easier to swap the wheels rather than tires, which can be replaced later.
Can understand the issues with swapping part on a new bike, but anything over a couple of years which has been used will have worn some parts out / have had parts replaced for fit, as this one looks like is has had, with the short stem and saddle.
Can understand the issues with swapping part on a new bike, but anything over a couple of years which has been used will have worn some parts out / have had parts replaced for fit, as this one looks like is has had, with the short stem and saddle.
11-05-14, 11:30 AM
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Yeah it's the original fork. It's a carbon composite fork I believe. The mis matching wheels would drive me nuts. I think I'm gonna pass, don't really need it at this point.
Now I found some woman selling a motobecane fantom CX cross bike for 50 dollars! I couldn't believe it, probably the best deal I've ever encountered, but it got snatched away before I could get it.
Now I found some woman selling a motobecane fantom CX cross bike for 50 dollars! I couldn't believe it, probably the best deal I've ever encountered, but it got snatched away before I could get it.
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Originally Posted by oddjob2
Good research, my error regarding the fork. Apologies. Still would like to know where the front wheel went.
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If it fits, $300 is a fair price.
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