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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-03-20, 04:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,433
Posted By Silvestru

Thanks for your time and help, people! Upon...

Thanks for your time and help, people!
Upon further study, I too agree it's a Martelly.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-27-20, 07:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,433
Posted By Silvestru

Is this frame a Colnago?

Hello guys!

Came across this frame and fork and got my attention. The seller asks 100euros.
He said he sold the equipment separately and it was Campagnolo.
The frame, fork and BB havea total...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-04-19, 04:20 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Could you help me determine if the tubing is...

Could you help me determine if the tubing is Reynolds 531 or Super Vitus 980? Or maybe even Liberia 102?

Many thanks,
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-02-19, 01:55 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x890/photo_2019_09_12_18_47_19_a191ef5b233567cce185e77010be4f5d72e38f64.jpg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-02-19, 01:54 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

uploading some pics for the more curious :) ...

uploading some pics for the more curious :)


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1200/c81b9ec7_37c1_4cc0_9641_7fdb34160190_3b1bd9cd25774eebf8732f0d5fc967fcb18f8383.jpg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-02-19, 09:48 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Hello guys! So... some time passed and in...

Hello guys!

So... some time passed and in the meantime I slowly developed the project and now, the frame is repainted, the handlebar has been polished and dressed in leather, consumables have been...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-16-19, 03:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,733
Posted By Silvestru

Hello, Thanks for letting me know about the...

Hello,

Thanks for letting me know about the BB serial number. I took a photo but apparently I did not upload it.
Regarding the seat post, I think it reads Italmanubri 26.4. Since it has quite...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-19, 07:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,217
Posted By Silvestru

You're right and for that price, I would have...

You're right and for that price, I would have risked it.
The thing that smelled scam was that he wanted the money first and only then he'll send the bike. When I tried reasoning with him about the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-19, 07:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,733
Posted By Silvestru

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/13_3fd4cf6529a4b1c7fe2f1b9168e93b54390dfb21.jpg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-19, 07:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,733
Posted By Silvestru

Mystery steel frame- Campy dropouts

Heya!

Just bought this bike from a guy who hasn't been using it for a few years. He asked 50 euro.

The equipment can be identified easily but I don't know from where to start on the frame....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-19, 07:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,217
Posted By Silvestru

Sorry for the late response guys! ...

Sorry for the late response guys!

Unfortunately I did not get it. The seller was dubious at least! I think he was going for a scam.

Thank you all for the information and advices!! You're great!...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-09-19, 11:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,217
Posted By Silvestru

Colnago?

Hello again people!

I found a possible Colnago vintage bike over the web. The seller sent me some bad photos but you can still observe some details. The shifters and pedals have been changed and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-19, 10:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,006
Posted By Silvestru

Thank you for your advice. Was thinking of using...

Thank you for your advice. Was thinking of using a coaster brake hub and that's that. If it's not enough, I can always put a front break, no big deal.
Regarding the chromed stays... I'm not sure....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-19, 09:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,006
Posted By Silvestru

Well... to be frank... was thinking of turning it...

Well... to be frank... was thinking of turning it into my first single speed bicycle. This will solve a lot of things like investing in brakes, shifters and derailleur, cables and so on.
And I want...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-19, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,006
Posted By Silvestru

I also doubt that it's a PFN10E... besides the...

I also doubt that it's a PFN10E... besides the tubing, there are only 2 production colours: Emerald green and metallic blue
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-19, 08:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,006
Posted By Silvestru

No wheels... and I don't know the size. In...

No wheels... and I don't know the size.
In order to avoid repainting it, was thinking to maybe chrome the chain and seat stays. The rest of the frame to clean the rust which is not that bad and see...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-19, 08:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,006
Posted By Silvestru

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x1600/whatsapp_image_2019_07_12_at_16_22_49_2__606d0ee128cc8eb6c343b88d7cb047a1100ebf7f.jpeg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-19, 08:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,006
Posted By Silvestru

Peugeot late 70s, early 80s?

Hello guys!

I would like your opinion on a Peugeot frame I found. What model is this? Searched the web and I have some possible IDs but nothing exact.
I'm thinking of buying it and try to restore...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-01-19, 02:57 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

I registered on Tonton Velo forum and began...

I registered on Tonton Velo forum and began chatting with the folks there. Here is the link to the thread: https://forum.tontonvelo.com/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=40762

People suggested a possible...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-21-19, 02:52 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Even though there is a good chance for the frame...

Even though there is a good chance for the frame to be Liberia made, I don't want to come off as disrespectful or anything and I'm still searching for other producers. Somebody suggested this frame...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-21-19, 02:39 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Thank you! It is full of Liberia history and...

Thank you! It is full of Liberia history and information.
I started searching for Liberia and was aware of your post since Maurice shared his knowledge.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-18-19, 06:52 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Hello guys, Thank you all for your time...

Hello guys,


Thank you all for your time and efforts invested in this thread!

The past week has been full of work for me, therefore I didn't have much time for investigating and so on. Still,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-13-19, 02:15 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Unfortunately, in the beginning, I made the...

Unfortunately, in the beginning, I made the mistake of opening another thread in the Classic & Vintage section and now all the information is divided in two threads, which makes the whole picture a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-13-19, 02:08 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

OK... Coming back with some details... maybe...

OK...

Coming back with some details... maybe it means something, maybe not.

The inside of the seat reads:
Made in France
Perache
Brevete

The covering of the seat is made of suede.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-13-19, 01:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Coming back with some details... maybe it means...

Coming back with some details... maybe it means something, maybe not.

The inside of the seat reads:
Made in France
Perache
Brevete

The covering of the seat is made of suede.

Is there any...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-13-19, 01:38 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

!!!! Very informative post MauriceMoss!!...

!!!!

Very informative post MauriceMoss!! Thanks to you I discovered Liberia bicycles and I have to say... some really match my own.
Thank you!

Googling Liberia, I came across this website -...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-19, 08:48 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

For sure I'll restore it and never going to sell...

For sure I'll restore it and never going to sell it. It's my first bike and I want to ride it all my life.
The thing with the manufacturer ID is that I want to restore it as it was in the beginning...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-19, 08:34 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

I'll have a look at the forum and see what stones...

I'll have a look at the forum and see what stones I can turn. Thank you for the advice!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-19, 08:32 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Thank you for the assessment! Somebody...

Thank you for the assessment!

Somebody suggested that the equipment was changed over time and some parts did not came up with the frame. What's your opinion?
Also, from your perspective, what...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-19, 07:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,342
Posted By Silvestru

Hello gents! Was browsing the forum, gave...

Hello gents!


Was browsing the forum, gave the thread a read and wow... just wow!


Could you be king and help me out regarding a vintage road bike? I have yet to give her positive ID.

You...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-19, 05:02 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

The seat post diameter is 26.4mm. There is a...

The seat post diameter is 26.4mm. There is a chance that the rear socks were chromed and repainted... Also, somebody a Vitus 888 tubing.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-19, 02:49 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Coming back with more pics regarding the rear...

Coming back with more pics regarding the rear dropouts and the rear stay.
Do they look like they were previously chromed? Guess that the nut and washer from the rear stay are a sign that the paint...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-19, 12:51 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

I'll try searching the models for Mercier and...

I'll try searching the models for Mercier and Gitane to see if I can find a match. From what I understood so far, Gitane had a poor database when it comes to serial numbers. Any website about Mercier...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-19, 11:12 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Just saw this stamp when detaching the rear wheel...

Just saw this stamp when detaching the rear wheel
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-19, 10:51 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

After checking the frame in more detail and...

After checking the frame in more detail and removing the rear wheel, I found this stamp. Tried various searches on the web with different combinations but no luck. Will try some more.
Anybody...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 03:08 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Thank you for your assessment! So, as per current...

Thank you for your assessment! So, as per current answers, Peugeot is out of the question? What remains?

I saw some bicycles with the "St Etienne cycles" logo and from an untrained eye, some look...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 12:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Valuable comment, much appreciated! I'll...

Valuable comment, much appreciated!

I'll start searching smaller French bike productions, maybe I'll come up with something. In the meantime maybe somebody can help me in ID-ing the bike. I really...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Nothing snarky about it. We’re all friends here. ...

Nothing snarky about it. We’re all friends here.
Thanks for your observations!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 09:28 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Mr. 66 - thanks for helping me figure it out! ...

Mr. 66 - thanks for helping me figure it out!
I'll continue investigating and in the meantime maybe somebody can pinpoint the model :D
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 08:47 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

After spending hours and hours searching, I'm...

After spending hours and hours searching, I'm thinking it's a Peugeot but a confirmation and especially model would be marvelous!
I want to find appropriate decals for it and ultimately restore it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 08:19 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/skype_picture_2019_06_07t10_01_46_610z_30669bed16f7dacc51babb53e3368f0035aa0b82.jpeg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 08:17 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/skype_picture_2019_06_07t10_02_04_559z_77b886b499798f8a01a4d70f441df00a8d466ac1.jpeg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 03:30 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Is this a Peugeot model? If not, what is it?

Good day people!


I purchased this bike (https://imgur.com/a/0BcNFw1) (my first), for about 80$. I'm not interested in selling it so no need for a price appraisal.
Being in a bad shape and no...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-19, 01:35 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,750
Posted By Silvestru

Is this a Peugeot model? If not, what is it?

Good day people!


I purchased this bike (https://imgur.com/a/0BcNFw1) (my first), for about 80$. Being in a bad shape and no decals… I want to restore and enjoy it.
Can you guys help me ID it? -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-19, 01:31 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,127,996
Posted By Silvestru

Very cool bikes, indeed!

Very cool bikes, indeed!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-19, 05:50 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 15,777
Posted By Silvestru

Thanks for the video!

Thanks for the video!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-19, 05:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,362
Posted By Silvestru

Amazing... It looks stunning! Congratulations...

Amazing... It looks stunning!
Congratulations on the find and on the hard work.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-19, 05:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 677
Posted By Silvestru

Looks really good to me.

Looks really good to me.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-19, 05:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,540
Posted By Silvestru

Nice! Never knew these three wheeler existed.

Nice! Never knew these three wheeler existed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-19, 04:05 AM
Replies: 610
Views: 166,342
Posted By Silvestru

sweet ride!

sweet ride!
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