65 cm 1984 Specialized Expedition
11-24-22, 08:02 AM
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65 cm 1984 Specialized Expedition
12/27 SOLD EDIT 12/09/2022 Now $750! Before I go put this on the Bay I'll try a price drop here. Was asking $850 net to me plus shipping, now asking $750 net plus shipping at actual cost. One sold on the Bay last week for $795 + $175 shipping, but with old tires, no lights, shot brake hoods, no rear rack (but w/2 cages) -- I think that was a nice example, but this one is nicer. Shipping is almost certainly going to be a lot cheaper than the one that sold on the Bay as I'm only charging actual shipping cost, my careful packing is free. Feel free to ask for a shipping estimate.
For sale is a really nice 1984 Specialized Expedition, in great condition, The Expedition is 65 ctc, 60 tt. It has brand new 35c Gravel King tires on it now, with plenty of room for fenders. Some minor scratches from the years of previous owners storage, but really clean, and stock -- including the fantastic Specialized touring pedals! Almost not ridden at all. New brake hoods. Sanyo BB generator light set works great -- I put in LED bulbs, which makes it a lot better than stock. Original Specialized water bottle has a cracked lid from age (bottle looks hardly used) , and is not really usable as an everyday bottle, but is included as it is neat. $850 net to me plus shipping. Careful packing free of charge!
Photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/8tmNdZFYPeytAr2T6
For sale is a really nice 1984 Specialized Expedition, in great condition, The Expedition is 65 ctc, 60 tt. It has brand new 35c Gravel King tires on it now, with plenty of room for fenders. Some minor scratches from the years of previous owners storage, but really clean, and stock -- including the fantastic Specialized touring pedals! Almost not ridden at all. New brake hoods. Sanyo BB generator light set works great -- I put in LED bulbs, which makes it a lot better than stock. Original Specialized water bottle has a cracked lid from age (bottle looks hardly used) , and is not really usable as an everyday bottle, but is included as it is neat. $850 net to me plus shipping. Careful packing free of charge!
Photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/8tmNdZFYPeytAr2T6
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11-24-22, 11:45 AM
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Oh. I really don’t need this, but what’s the standover?
11-24-22, 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Rooney
Oh. I really don’t need this, but what’s the standover?
11-24-22, 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by CO_Hoya
Pic assist:
Thanks for those two -- lots more photos at my photo link also in the OP. I'm happy to take more for anyone who is interested.
11-24-22, 03:06 PM
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Originally Posted by JulesCW
From the ground to the very top of the brake cable housing on the top tube is just under 36" (or about 91 cm).
11-26-22, 08:58 PM
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Did some bike geo research and comparisons and have to admit to myself that a 65cm frame is probably just too big.
11-29-22, 06:33 AM
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Calling tall folks... this one is all original (except for brake hoods and tires/tubes)...
11-29-22, 07:13 AM
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It is a beaut, and I could probably make it work. I just don't have the budget for (or a wife who understands my need for) another bike at the moment. The wife understanding my "need" is why I'm slow rolling the build(s) I currently have in the queue.
12-07-22, 03:13 PM
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Still available -- would make a splendid gift for a tall person -- and yes, it is ok to buy gifts for yourself!
12-08-22, 12:01 AM
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Originally Posted by JulesCW
Still available -- would make a splendid gift for a tall person -- and yes, it is ok to buy gifts for yourself!
12-09-22, 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by polymorphself
How!
12-09-22, 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by polymorphself
Both! I'm surprised it's still available.
And now less $$$
12-11-22, 08:02 AM
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Paging @RogerM;. Or does he already have one? Thank goodness this is too large for me - what a piece of history!
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Originally Posted by mountaindave
Paging @RogerM;. Or does he already have one? Thank goodness this is too large for me - what a piece of history!
To JulesCW, that is a very nice example of a well taken care of Expedition. Good luck with the sale.
Quick question. Would you mind sharing your source for the led bulbs? I received the same generator/lights on the pay it forward thread, and would like to upgrade..
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Originally Posted by Roger M
Quick question. Would you mind sharing your source for the led bulbs? I received the same generator/lights on the pay it forward thread, and would like to upgrade..
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I watched that one on eBay get sold. That, and this one, are my size. I had the 62cm (CTC) version before and needed more seat tube, but it left an impression (it was a 1983 with longer point lugs). So naturally yours intrigues me greatly. Presently I am not in a position to bring aboard another bike. I'd need to sell one (I have two for sale right now) to theoretically have room, so as others have said, I wish you the best with your sale of this rare beauty.
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