TimmyT 

59cm Raleigh 531 Reynolds Steel Lugged Road Bike $150

TimmyT 

DAWES BRITISH TOURING BIKE $125

zukahn1

I see nothing touring or note worthey about this bike typical early 80's junk with a $100-200 price tag.

TimmyT 

It's probably a Reynolds 531 frame with 3 main tubes similar to a Super Course. Some people like their 531 fix. Other than that, it's a reasonably priced beater.

Sponge1

Is this thing worth looking at? Can't find much info on Google...
Fuji Grand SE

TimmyT 

Looks like a 1981 Grand SE: https://www.classicfuji.com/GrandSE&G..._1981_Page.htm
One step up from the bottom: https://www.classicfuji.com/1981_24_S...ions2_Page.htm

I used to have a 1979 Sports 10, which was the bottom of the line. It's a fine enough bike for tooling around, but it's nothing super special. If you're looking for an entry level bike, it's worth considering.

If that's local to you, it fits, and it needs next to zero work, $145 might be an OK price. I'd try to talk the seller down to $100, though.

gooner22

Looking to buy a good bike for transport and touring, smooth ride is the key. I cam across this Miyata 110, listed at $250. First time serious buyer so I wanted a seasoned opinion.


Details:

New parts:
Continental Ultra Sport tires and new tubes
Shimano 7 speed freewheel
Chain
Bottle cage
Clarks pre-stretched brake cables
Shimano Ultegra R600 brake levers
Shimano 105 rear derailleur

I apologize in advance if this was the wrong place to post this

gomango

Agreed.

Yard sale fodder or campus bike.

I would rather walk than ride bikes like that.

Cougrrcj

Long chainstays, 531, no turkey levers, downtube shifters as opposed to stem shifters, q/r wheels, looks like alloy rims... Not exactly 'Junk', and probably worth the asking price.

tjkwood

Stunning if rough 1956 Norman Invader only 40 mins away from me, and in my size.... if only I had the money!

Very rare gents 1956 norman racer | Harlow | Gumtree

jburne

Don't be a hater. I rather like Avocet saddles.

Rocket-Sauce 

Classic Serotta 57cm w/ Ultegra 9 spd

[h=2]Classic Serotta 57cm w/ Ultegra 9 spd - $900 (Jamaica Plain)[/h]




Classic American-made Colorado II - meticulously maintained by only owner - stock geometry - Columbus Colorado steel tubing - Serotta serial No. T3 57 00410.

Shimano Ultegra 9-speed mix - Dura-Ace rear derailleur - Ultegra drive train - 105 brakes - New Ultegra crank 2010 - New Tiagra shifters 2010 - New cables 2010. Repainted 2005, retired in 2010.

Campagnolo headset, Fizik Aliante saddle, American Classic (front)/ Neuvation (rear) aero wheels

pedals not included

$900 obo

• do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

purebikes 

Trek 520 Santa Ana California
shopgoodwill.com - #16157840 - Trek 520 21-Speed Road Bike - 4/16/2014 7:14:00 PM

krtchp19

for 1500 bucks you think they would put better than 12 dollar tires on it.

krtchp19

I bought my rsw from this lady last year, she used to be a big Raleigh collector and started cleaning out her stuff. I've seen this bike in person and it is really nice. It has never touched the floor she told me. I'm shocked she is selling it because it is something she treasured. I think it had the tools in the bag when she showed it to me.

JAG410

$279 for a Miyata 1000 in CA. Miyata 1000 Touring Bike CR MO Double Butted Frame Handmade Japan 15 Speed 58cm | eBay

Tessou

If I could fit a 58cm frame that would be a really good deal, but alas I'm a few inches too short. The 1000 was a great bike, alongside the Team Miyata racer on their lineup. That's an early to mid 80's Miyata judging by the font and naming style used.

Cougrrcj

That Miyata is more like a 60cm if you read the description of how he measured it. They came in 50, 54, 57, 60 and 63cm sizes.

This pic from the catalog shows what looks like a 57cm:



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TimmyT 

^ The pic you showed is 1984 or later. The listing is for a 1983 or earlier. The difference is in the number of water bottle braze-ons and low rider mounts. Earlier models only have 1 pair and no low-rider mounts. The later models have 3 pairs and a set of low rider mounts up front.

Cougrrcj

OK, but the earlier ones still came in 19-1/2, 21, 23, and 25. My Fuji is a 23" and my Univega is a 58cm The length of the headtube in the advertized bike looks taller than either of mine.

TimmyT 

Yep ... not arguing about size. It's only if someone was totally taken with the 1000, then s/he should know what to look for in terms of later versus earlier. The earlier ones don't command the premium as the later ones do because they lack some of the features. That is all.

big chainring

Raleigh International
Raleigh International 531, 1971-72--Best Offer

Cougrrcj

[h=2]Motobecane Grand Touring - $90 (euclid ohio)[/h]


Motobecane Grand Touring

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Cougrrcj

[h=2]Raleigh Vintage Street Bike Mens Ten Speed - $290 (Oakwood Village, Ohio)[/h]


**Raleigh Vintage Street Bike Mens Ten Speed

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daf1009

Agreed that the earlier ones do not have quite the features...but...they still are great riding bikes...and that one, for 279, is a steal, no matter which year...or, frankly, what size (of course, it should fit the buyer!)...I have a 1981 (and it only has one bottle boss)...but I love the ride!