84 Trek 510
01-11-09 | 11:40 PM
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84 Trek 510
hey everybody.
my 07 diamondback transporter was stolen a few days ago. felt like a losing a good friend. it was the bike i planned on taking all the way from austin to zion national park in utah.
i had to find a new bike, because my old one was my only means of transportation. after a while, i came across a bike with the appropriate size frame within price range. it's a 1984 trek 510. mariner blue with red graphics, yellow cables and handlebar tape. i'm pretty sure all the parts on it are original, except for the wheels. i do plan on upgrading a few things eventually, but i've never owned a road bike before and i'm looking for any advice.
so, does anybody know anything about vintage trek roadbikes? i've only ridden around my apartment's parking lot (which is huge), and it definitely needs a new chain. i just wanted to see if anyone else knew anything about my bike, because i don't really know anything at this point. thanks ahead of time.
-brian
my 07 diamondback transporter was stolen a few days ago. felt like a losing a good friend. it was the bike i planned on taking all the way from austin to zion national park in utah.
i had to find a new bike, because my old one was my only means of transportation. after a while, i came across a bike with the appropriate size frame within price range. it's a 1984 trek 510. mariner blue with red graphics, yellow cables and handlebar tape. i'm pretty sure all the parts on it are original, except for the wheels. i do plan on upgrading a few things eventually, but i've never owned a road bike before and i'm looking for any advice.
so, does anybody know anything about vintage trek roadbikes? i've only ridden around my apartment's parking lot (which is huge), and it definitely needs a new chain. i just wanted to see if anyone else knew anything about my bike, because i don't really know anything at this point. thanks ahead of time.
-brian
01-11-09 | 11:45 PM
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formerly turdsandwich
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From: Charlotte, NC
Bikes: 1993 Specialized Allez Pro, 1984 Trek 520, 198? Ross Mt St Helens, 1980 Raleigh Super Gran Prix, 197? Raleigh Gran Prix SS City Banger, 2012 Lynskey ProCross Disc
01-11-09 | 11:55 PM
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From: South Austin
If you are looking at the one that was posted in Austin CL today, I hope you can negotiate the seller down a little. $300 seems a little high for that bike.
https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/988690056.html
A year ago it would have probably taken a week to sell it for $150, but in today's market it might be worth $300.
https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/988690056.html
A year ago it would have probably taken a week to sell it for $150, but in today's market it might be worth $300.
01-12-09 | 11:47 AM
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Thrifty Bill
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From: Mans of NC & SW UT Desert
Bikes: 86 Katakura Silk, 87 Prologue X2, 88 Cimarron LE, 1975 Sekai 4000 Professional, 73 Paramount, plus more
Do a search on trek, you will find all kinds of info.
If it fits you, is in good shape, and you are happy with the price, go for it.
One thing to remember about the price, it only matters whether you are satisfied with the price. The fact that someone paid less (or more) doesn't matter. And IMHO, well taken care of vintage steel Trek bikes will hold their value/increase value from here on. People are starting to put higher values to vintage Treks.
If it fits you, is in good shape, and you are happy with the price, go for it.
One thing to remember about the price, it only matters whether you are satisfied with the price. The fact that someone paid less (or more) doesn't matter. And IMHO, well taken care of vintage steel Trek bikes will hold their value/increase value from here on. People are starting to put higher values to vintage Treks.
