I have a great opportunity to buy a 2008 Specialized Roubaix Elite Compact. SRAM Rival groupo with Fulcrum Racing 5 wheelset.

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bik...rtcompactrival

I currently ride a 2010 Secteur with Shimano 2300 groupo and Alex rims. at 41, I am not winning any races, but I like and know the frame and the geometry, and I think I can get a little faster and efficient on longer rides with this bike. I do a few duathlons, and enjoy brisk 50 or more mile rides up to a century.

Guy selling says it has only 95 miles, and was originally $3200. being 4+ years old, I think there is some loss of value there, but want to see your thoughts on a good price being almost brand new. Not familiar enough with Rival to know where it stacks up with 105 or Ultegra.

Candid thoughts appreciated.

What is he looking to get for it?

for $3000 I just bought the Roubaix SL3 expert (upgraded carbon and full Ultegra) so he better be giving you a big discount.

I believe the 2012 Roubaix elite was selling brand new for about $2200 (some sites will list at $2500 but should be able to get for at least $2200 including pedals)

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bik...ixelitecompact

I would guess that his bike would be worth about $1200-1500 depending on condition. But remember you'll have no life time frame warranty or LBS support with his used one

and yes, I believe you will find that it is a nice upgrade from your current bike. But I would consider getting a 2012 now while the sales are on unless this guy is giving a great deal to you.

It is mint, we settled on $1600, includes the cateye wireless with cadence. Let him keep the Speedplay pedals and the Specialized shoes. I like my 105's pedals and Shimano shoes. Test rode it tonight for a couple miles and it feels quite fast and quite comfortable.

You paid too much my friend, I would of paid no more then $1000, their was a 2008 S Works Roubaix on eBay with a Buy it Now of $1200.00 w/ Sram Red, but no cranks or wheels. Sram Red cranks can be had now for less then $200, and 2011 Fulcrums for about 200.00 on ebay.

I think what price he paid and felt comfortable paying is a fine price. just enjoy the ride now.

I bought the 2011 version of that bike brand new for $2350, IIRC. So, did you pay more that FMV for the 2008? Maybe... probably. But, so what, it's over now, and you have a new (to you) bike at an affordable (to you) price. Ride it.