I'm looking at buying this bike, it is the right size for my height, but a little out of my price range. Is this bike worth $420?
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bik/1350604072.html
This is what I believe is a 1993 Trek 520, the last year Trek made a lugged steel version. It has been Trek's main touring model for for 20+ years. It’s a 23”/58.5 cm center to top.
It has
*True Temper & Tange chromoly frame & fork
*Cantilever studs
*triple water bottle bosses, 2 bottle cages are included
*Double eyelets rear, single front and lowrider bosses.
*The cranks and deraillers are Shimano DX (which would probably be comparable to LX today)
*Bar-end shifters.
It looks like it should take 700 X 35s with fenders easily. The wheelset is not original but is functional, and the tires are new. I have a nice wheelset (105 rear hub, nexus dynamo front) for an optional upgrade if you wish. It’s a nice bike, both for touring or around-town use; it’s the second one I’ve owned. Cash only.