1978 Trek TX300 metallic green $195
01-19-19, 09:45 AM
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1978 Trek TX300 metallic green $195
I can package and ship this Monday, January 21st..
Serial number C3K7D27
22.5” frame,,, see vintage Trek site for frame spec measurements. 27” wheels
Condition of tubing is great with no dings or cracks. Original Metallic Green Imron paint is good with some scuffs and chipping in usual wear areas.
$195 plus Bikeflights shipping. I can ship out this Monday.
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01-19-19, 09:52 AM
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Did you take these pix this morning?
(only day we've had snow in the past month)
(only day we've had snow in the past month)
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Commence to jigglin’ huh?!?!
"But hey, always love to hear from opinionated amateurs." -says some guy to Mr. Marshall.
Commence to jigglin’ huh?!?!
"But hey, always love to hear from opinionated amateurs." -says some guy to Mr. Marshall.
01-19-19, 10:01 AM
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Yes I just took these pictures. The roads are crap right now, stay home.
01-19-19, 10:11 AM
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I'm dragging my feet about shoveling.
Actually, last night we picked up my snowblower from the shop.
Around 25 years ago my dad replaced his ancient snowblower- it sat in their garage in West Bend for 15 or so years- brought it here- found it was too difficult to use on our driveway... this past year we had our driveway redone... I should be excited about using the snow blower...
BTW- your bike is a perfect example of how even Trek's lower end bikes were still really good bikes. The old Trek green is one of my favorite colors- but I've got way too many bikes and yours is too big!
Actually, last night we picked up my snowblower from the shop.
Around 25 years ago my dad replaced his ancient snowblower- it sat in their garage in West Bend for 15 or so years- brought it here- found it was too difficult to use on our driveway... this past year we had our driveway redone... I should be excited about using the snow blower...
BTW- your bike is a perfect example of how even Trek's lower end bikes were still really good bikes. The old Trek green is one of my favorite colors- but I've got way too many bikes and yours is too big!
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Commence to jigglin’ huh?!?!
"But hey, always love to hear from opinionated amateurs." -says some guy to Mr. Marshall.
Commence to jigglin’ huh?!?!
"But hey, always love to hear from opinionated amateurs." -says some guy to Mr. Marshall.
01-19-19, 10:26 AM
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Yup, bikes are like women’s shoes, they gotta be the perfect size, color, fit and of course... price
they can never have too many shoes if it meets this criteria. lol
free local pick up. I’ll even load it for ya..
they can never have too many shoes if it meets this criteria. lol
free local pick up. I’ll even load it for ya..
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01-19-19, 11:35 AM
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Someone buy this so I don’t.
01-19-19, 12:05 PM
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01-19-19, 12:12 PM
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01-19-19, 05:12 PM
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And too small for me.
01-19-19, 05:20 PM
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And too far away from me.
01-19-19, 11:42 PM
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Argh...if only it was a ‘79. Good Luck with sale!
01-20-19, 07:32 AM
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probably the year he was born.. some do buy bikes based on a certain year.
For a 1979, I think you’ll be searching for one with the glued on brass head badge. I think only the first 3 years (1976, 1977 & 1978) came with the screwed on brass head badge. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.
For a 1979, I think you’ll be searching for one with the glued on brass head badge. I think only the first 3 years (1976, 1977 & 1978) came with the screwed on brass head badge. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.
01-20-19, 07:58 AM
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My 79 930 .has a screwed on headbadge, but the 80 414 is glued on.
01-20-19, 08:30 AM
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So it’s the first 4 years for screwed on brass head badge then.. thanks
Update:
Yesterday I got some interest on this TX300 pending shipping fees. Due to work this weekend, I won’t be able to get any quotes till I pick up a bike box and package it up Monday morning.
so far, 2 are interested pending shipping..
Update:
Yesterday I got some interest on this TX300 pending shipping fees. Due to work this weekend, I won’t be able to get any quotes till I pick up a bike box and package it up Monday morning.
so far, 2 are interested pending shipping..
01-20-19, 09:39 AM
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Shipping
you can just plug bike box dimensions into bike flights and youll know the cost now. Just a thought...
01-20-19, 10:32 AM
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I here ya on just using box dementions to get a basic shipping quote. I Still need to buy the bike box from FedEx. I’m at work all day and not near the bike. I’ve also never weighed it before.
Shipping from zip 53217
plus $5 residential fee, plus $1 donation, plus cost of new bike box.
Shipping from zip 53217
plus $5 residential fee, plus $1 donation, plus cost of new bike box.
01-20-19, 05:04 PM
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I here ya on just using box dementions to get a basic shipping quote. I Still need to buy the bike box from FedEx. I’m at work all day and not near the bike. I’ve also never weighed it before.
Shipping from zip 53217
plus $5 residential fee, plus $1 donation, plus cost of new bike box.
Shipping from zip 53217
plus $5 residential fee, plus $1 donation, plus cost of new bike box.
01-22-19, 09:24 AM
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I've seen this bike in person and it's very nice. If it's the one I'm thinking of there is an original bike shop price tag under the seat. GLWS!
01-22-19, 11:20 AM
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I have a 1977 TX300 frame & forks waiting to be built up. Love this color green. GLWS!
01-22-19, 12:53 PM
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sold
01-22-19, 01:37 PM
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