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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-14, 07:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 766
Posted By johnson430

Now that you know the bike is not worth too much...

Now that you know the bike is not worth too much money, I say go for it and have fun.
I love breakng bikes down, cleaning and putting them back together...and painting them.
I am working on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-14, 06:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,894
Posted By johnson430

I did some research, found the paint and did it...

I did some research, found the paint and did it myself. I had to redo the fork once because of over-spray. I like to do things on my own if I can and it look good. I am happy with the paint job.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-14, 05:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 20,420
Posted By johnson430

FYI, most of the work is done. =) I think it is...

FYI, most of the work is done. =)
I think it is a thing a beauty. Waiting on bearings to come in for the rebuild.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-14, 03:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 20,420
Posted By johnson430

My post was originally in C&V but then was moved...

My post was originally in C&V but then was moved to here.
I started a restoration process and therefore a new thread as I do not think my restoration needs to be placed in A&I.
Who are you? The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-14, 02:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,894
Posted By johnson430

Haha. There is no way he will get that amount for...

Haha. There is no way he will get that amount for that bike.

My Kalkhoff, although not "expensive" rare, still has a bit of history connected to the bike.

The history bits:

This bike was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-14, 01:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,894
Posted By johnson430

New paint color. I kept the chrome socks. I...

New paint color. I kept the chrome socks.
I have to wait until next Wed. to start the rebuild. I had to have the headset and BB bearings special ordered from my LBS.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-14, 08:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,894
Posted By johnson430

Recurring pattern images.

Recurring pattern images.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-14, 07:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,894
Posted By johnson430

The badge said Made in West Germany. This was one...

The badge said Made in West Germany. This was one of three types of Volkscycle made. Each from a different country with different specs.
This one came with a recurring circle pattern on the Brooks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-14, 07:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,894
Posted By johnson430

'73 Kalkhoff Restoration Project

I just wanted to post a photo of my restoration of a West German Kalkhoff frame with Japanese and German components and a Brooks saddle.
The frame and fork have chrome socks.
I will post close-ups...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-13-14, 06:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 20,420
Posted By johnson430

6lb. Fame only**** Weighed at my LBS. ...

6lb. Fame only****

Weighed at my LBS.
What does that tell you?

Thanks.
OP
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-09-14, 10:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 20,420
Posted By johnson430

Thanks for your help everyone.I do not have much...

Thanks for your help everyone.I do not have much money in the bike and it was purchased as a cheap get-around. I just didn't see anything about Volkscycle, now I know why.
The bottom line, it is my...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-08-14, 11:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 20,420
Posted By johnson430

With an original price of $390 in 1973-4. How can...

With an original price of $390 in 1973-4. How can you call this is an entry level? What is your reasoning? I can understand if it was a Japanese made but ts is West German made and has some unique...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-08-14, 11:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 20,420
Posted By johnson430

Thanks Norman. I guess that is why I can't get...

Thanks Norman. I guess that is why I can't get any info. I bought the bike to fix up and ride but I am wondering if I should sell it if it has some value. Do you think it has any value as is?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-08-14, 10:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 20,420
Posted By johnson430

1973 Volkscycle Mark 100 Made in West Germany Rare find All Original.

I bought this from a man who got it from his boss. He said his boss bought this bike new in Hurst, Texas at The Bike Rack (still has the sticker)
in 1973-74 for $390.
(2014 value: $2100)

Made...
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