Originally Posted by
shelbyfv
The groupset looks pretty clean except for the shifter. Usually the crank will be scuffed if it's had a lot of use. Personally, I would not buy a carbon bike of unknown provenance but not everyone has that level of concern. $400 isn't huge money so it's not a big deal.
Is it that much of a risk to buy 2nd hand carbon? I can see some other auction bikes that are Alu frames with Shimano 105's that look quite clean for the same price or slightly less. Is the risk with carbon worth just getting one of the Alu bikes instead? I ask because I have no experience with road bike.