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eBay / CraigsList finds - "Are you looking for one of these!?" Part II
02-25-15, 07:19 PM
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A real 7-11/Motorola frame can sell for well over $1000, depending on the rider. I've turned down double that for my Bauer. That said, the TT aspect does affect value...big time. A time trial bike will typically sell for a third, or less, of a comparable traditional bike. This one is also hurt by having the wrong gruppo. I think the time trial part is more relevant than the bump from being a team frame, but this one could be variable and value will be in the eye of the beholder. Generally provenance doesn't add that much value to a bike unless it's a pretty big deal rider and/or associated with a particular event.
This could sell anywhere between $500 and $2000. If I were a betting man, I'd bet the lower side.
Most bike collectors want to ride the bike on occasion - and this has limited appeal as a bike to ride.
This could sell anywhere between $500 and $2000. If I were a betting man, I'd bet the lower side.
Most bike collectors want to ride the bike on occasion - and this has limited appeal as a bike to ride.
02-25-15, 07:30 PM
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I have one, and I like it a lot. I got a deal on it, so it was a no brainer. They are stiff and light relative to steel. Would I upgrade to something else? Yes, but only titanium, and I have to *know* that it's better. A Merckx AX came up shortly after I got my Litespeed, arguably in a better size for me, but I didn't pull the trigger.
Most everybody seem to like the Merlins, though.
Just today, a Colnago Titanio closed on Ebay at close to what I paid for a steel Colnago. I may have bought the wrong steed.
02-25-15, 07:34 PM
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I also have one, a 1992 Litespeed Ultimate. I love the bike, but I don't know enough about other titanium bikes. Almost everybody in this forum is much more knowledgeable than I and so I defer to their opinions.
Most everybody seem to like the Merlins, though.
Just today, a Colnago Titanio closed on Ebay at close to what I paid for a steel Colnago. I may have bought the wrong steed.
Most everybody seem to like the Merlins, though.
Just today, a Colnago Titanio closed on Ebay at close to what I paid for a steel Colnago. I may have bought the wrong steed.
A good friend had one that I rode occasionally and it was a wiggly affair.
No thanks.
02-25-15, 07:37 PM
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02-25-15, 07:42 PM
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02-25-15, 07:48 PM
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02-25-15, 08:09 PM
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02-25-15, 08:40 PM
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^ Had to show my wife, puts things in perspective...
02-25-15, 09:15 PM
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02-25-15, 09:51 PM
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If any of you guys are in the market for a track bike:
FTW Track Frame and Parts Frank The Welder Custom Velodrome | eBay
Never really wished to be taller until now.
Steve
FTW Track Frame and Parts Frank The Welder Custom Velodrome | eBay
Never really wished to be taller until now.
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02-25-15, 10:40 PM
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[h=2]Cool frame. High price.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907918771.html
1986 57.5cm Nashbar Steel Suguino Lugged Frame with BB - $400[/h]
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907918771.html
1986 57.5cm Nashbar Steel Suguino Lugged Frame with BB - $400[/h]
02-25-15, 10:41 PM
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[h=2]https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907907499.html
1979 57.5cm Guerciotto Track Bike "single speed" - luc - $900[/h]
1979 57.5cm Guerciotto Track Bike "single speed" - luc - $900[/h]
02-25-15, 10:47 PM
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[h=2]Looks like they are clearing out an interesting stable
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907196339.html
Vintage Bianchi 29er conversion - $1400[/h]
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907196339.html
Vintage Bianchi 29er conversion - $1400[/h]
02-25-15, 10:53 PM
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If any of you guys are in the market for a track bike:
FTW Track Frame and Parts Frank The Welder Custom Velodrome | eBay
Never really wished to be taller until now.
Steve
FTW Track Frame and Parts Frank The Welder Custom Velodrome | eBay
Never really wished to be taller until now.
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02-26-15, 12:15 AM
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Looks like they are clearing out an interesting stable
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907196339.html
Vintage Bianchi 29er conversion - $1400
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907196339.html
Vintage Bianchi 29er conversion - $1400
02-26-15, 12:27 AM
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Not exactly C/V, but it is steel and you don't see too many of these in my neck of the woods:
58cm Colnago Master Light with Campy Chorus 9 speed group.
58cm Colnago Master Light with Campy Chorus 9 speed group.
02-26-15, 04:44 AM
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They ride surprisingly well on asphalt, but really shine on gravel roads.
My wife has them on her Stumpjumper and she can give fits to some of the guys we ride with her climbing ability.
I actually like these quite a bit.
02-26-15, 04:46 AM
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Not exactly C/V, but it is steel and you don't see too many of these in my neck of the woods:
58cm Colnago Master Light with Campy Chorus 9 speed group.
58cm Colnago Master Light with Campy Chorus 9 speed group.
I've owned a couple of these and they are decent long distance riders as well.
02-26-15, 06:20 AM
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Cannondale tandem...........
shopgoodwill.com - #20206016 - Cannondale Road Tandem On-Road Bicycle Blue - 3/4/2015 7:03:00 PM
shopgoodwill.com - #20206016 - Cannondale Road Tandem On-Road Bicycle Blue - 3/4/2015 7:03:00 PM
02-26-15, 09:13 AM
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https://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/4907907499.html
1979 57.5cm Guerciotto Track Bike "single speed" - luc - $900
1979 57.5cm Guerciotto Track Bike "single speed" - luc - $900
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02-26-15, 11:09 AM
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02-26-15, 11:34 AM
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Meanwhile, back on the lower end...
Here's one I like well enough (too small for me, tho, at 19"). A good cause, too - Newark (Del) Bike Project, a non-profit.
[h=2]Miyata Two Ten Grand Touring 18 Speed, Excellent condition - $175 (Newark/ UD)[/h]https://delaware.craigslist.org/bik/4849854605.html
Here's one I like well enough (too small for me, tho, at 19"). A good cause, too - Newark (Del) Bike Project, a non-profit.
[h=2]Miyata Two Ten Grand Touring 18 Speed, Excellent condition - $175 (Newark/ UD)[/h]https://delaware.craigslist.org/bik/4849854605.html
02-26-15, 12:10 PM
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Decent price for an International, by my estimation. Not great, but better than most asking prices that I see:
1971 Raleigh International 22 1 2" Campagnolo Nuovo Record | eBay
1971 Raleigh International 22 1 2" Campagnolo Nuovo Record | eBay
02-26-15, 01:29 PM
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02-26-15, 01:48 PM
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Not mine:
Double-ended (22mm/23mm) Park CCP-1 crank puller:
Park Tool CCP 1 Crank Puller Vintage | eBay
Double-ended (22mm/23mm) Park CCP-1 crank puller:
Park Tool CCP 1 Crank Puller Vintage | eBay