Univega Sportour Appraisal & Questions
01-03-12, 01:52 PM
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Univega Sportour Appraisal & Questions
Hello!
I pulled this Univega Sportour road bike out of the shed today and was wondering what year it is and what the value is. It is a 12-speed with 27 x 1.25 tires and the serial number is K191165. Any help would be appreciated!
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I pulled this Univega Sportour road bike out of the shed today and was wondering what year it is and what the value is. It is a 12-speed with 27 x 1.25 tires and the serial number is K191165. Any help would be appreciated!
Thanks
01-03-12, 02:23 PM
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You gonna eat that?
1982, $300.
Both guesses. I think there is a Univega Serial Number thread around, try searching for it.
Nice bike.
Both guesses. I think there is a Univega Serial Number thread around, try searching for it.
Nice bike.
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01-03-12, 02:26 PM
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The serial number indicates a 1982 model. Appears to be in nice condition, with the possible exception of the tires. I'm not familiar with the 1982, so we'll need confirmation on a few things. IBased on the 1983 version, I assume the frame is butted CrMo main tubes with hi-tenisile forks and stays? Are the wheels 27"? The derailleurs appear to be Shimano 600 EX? If you're not sure, post detail pics of the tubing decal and derailleurs. Tires should state the size. Also, where you live is important, as local market conditions vary quite a bit.
The clipless pedals and aero bar might best be removed and sold separately, especially if you still have the original pedals. This is a lower mid-range bicycle for the era and those are specialty items that typically do not add value for most buyers in this range. In fact, the pedals will depress the value, unless the potential buyer has the appropriate shoes.
The clipless pedals and aero bar might best be removed and sold separately, especially if you still have the original pedals. This is a lower mid-range bicycle for the era and those are specialty items that typically do not add value for most buyers in this range. In fact, the pedals will depress the value, unless the potential buyer has the appropriate shoes.
01-03-12, 03:21 PM
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You gonna eat that?
Shimano 600 and it's considered "lower mid-range"?
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01-03-12, 03:27 PM
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The serial number indicates a 1982 model. Appears to be in nice condition, with the possible exception of the tires. I'm not familiar with the 1982, so we'll need confirmation on a few things. IBased on the 1983 version, I assume the frame is butted CrMo main tubes with hi-tenisile forks and stays? Are the wheels 27"? The derailleurs appear to be Shimano 600 EX? If you're not sure, post detail pics of the tubing decal and derailleurs. Tires should state the size. Also, where you live is important, as local market conditions vary quite a bit.
The clipless pedals and aero bar might best be removed and sold separately, especially if you still have the original pedals. This is a lower mid-range bicycle for the era and those are specialty items that typically do not add value for most buyers in this range. In fact, the pedals will depress the value, unless the potential buyer has the appropriate shoes.
The clipless pedals and aero bar might best be removed and sold separately, especially if you still have the original pedals. This is a lower mid-range bicycle for the era and those are specialty items that typically do not add value for most buyers in this range. In fact, the pedals will depress the value, unless the potential buyer has the appropriate shoes.
01-03-12, 03:33 PM
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Knowing the actual frame size might help (either that or you already posted it and I just don't know how to read).
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Yes, those are 600EX derailleurs. In my area this would be about a $150-$175 bicycle, in cleaned-up, riding condition, during the spring. The pedals and aero-bar would fetch about $35 and $20, respectively. I'm not familiar with Phoenix market conditions but at least the prices probably don't fluctuate much during the winter. Hopefully, a member from your area will pop in, with a more accurate value.
Full 600EX would put it firmly mid-range but the only 600EX on this model is the shifting system. In fact, I think this may be an upgrade, as otherwise this is identical the 1983 model, which used SunTour ARx. Plus, the forks and stays are hi-tensile steel. Some might even consider it upper, entry level for the era.
Full 600EX would put it firmly mid-range but the only 600EX on this model is the shifting system. In fact, I think this may be an upgrade, as otherwise this is identical the 1983 model, which used SunTour ARx. Plus, the forks and stays are hi-tensile steel. Some might even consider it upper, entry level for the era.
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01-03-12, 04:10 PM
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You gonna eat that?
Full 600EX would put it firmly mid-range but the only 600EX on this model is the shifting system. In fact, I think this may be an upgrade, as otherwise this is identical the 1983 model, which used SunTour ARx. Plus, the forks and stays are hi-tensile steel. Some might even consider it upper, entry level for the era.
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Thank you for all the information on the bicycle!!! I look forward to investing some time and money into this bike. I will post some pics of when it is finished!
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Just got a mint 82/83 (?) sportour mixte for $60. Do I care what it's worth. Nope.
It's the best light tourer I could hope for; lighter than most aluminum bikes,it's
fast, smooth, & responsive. It's a bit small for me, but nothing a longer seat post
didn't solve. It may have sold at a mid-range price originally, but this is a dam fine
little bike. It just says, " Go, get on and go!"; it's like riding a feather.
It's the best light tourer I could hope for; lighter than most aluminum bikes,it's
fast, smooth, & responsive. It's a bit small for me, but nothing a longer seat post
didn't solve. It may have sold at a mid-range price originally, but this is a dam fine
little bike. It just says, " Go, get on and go!"; it's like riding a feather.
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Okay, I'll rephrase that; It's lighter than most aluminum framed
Mtn. bikes. Maybe we can agree on that. Remember, the bike I'm
talking about is a small frame mixte.
Mtn. bikes. Maybe we can agree on that. Remember, the bike I'm
talking about is a small frame mixte.
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Only lower mod range?
I jist got the same bike today in 64cm. Very nice! Only needed a new tire amd chain, then washed the big ugly spiders out from the uni glide freewheel, on the shimano via 6 C hub, and out of the rear 60o derailleur. Big ugly spiders make me never want to out this inside my living room...
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