Lotus Classique?

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07-19-12 | 05:54 AM

Tandem Tom

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Bikes: 1992 Serotta Colorado II,Co-Motion Speedster, Giant Escape Hybrid, 1977 Schwinn Super Le Tour

Lotus Classique?

This bike is available locally and I was wondering what you all think about it? It appears to be a 1980-82 because it is red in color.
As I am considering building up a frame with newer components I was wondering if this is a more "desirable" frame than my Schwinn Super Le Tour.
Would appreciate your advice.
Thanks!

07-19-12 | 07:59 AM

edsall78

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Bikes: Lotus Legend (1982), Lotus Excelle Mixte (1984), Lotus Classique (1984)

Assuming that it fits you--and the price is right. The frame is Tange Champion #2. And it's got a nice set of stock components--shimano 600 (arabesque)..depending on the condition of the components--you could sell them and end up getting the frame for free..

I have a 1982 Lotus Legend which is very similar-a little more chrome.
I don't know if the geometry on the legend and classique is the same but, I know that the top tube on my Legend seems long..21"/52cm size-with a 57.5?cm TT length.

I would make sure it fit you first.

Snydermann over at vintagelotus is also a great resource.

07-19-12 | 08:04 AM

wrk101

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Yes, it is quite a bit nicer than the Super LeTour.

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