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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-24-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 901
Posted By nesteel

Yeah, $1900 for a painted Paramount is dreamland....

Yeah, $1900 for a painted Paramount is dreamland.
Fully chromed is another matter.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 379
Posted By nesteel

You win the internet for today sir.

You win the internet for today sir.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-15-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 507
Posted By nesteel

Pull the kickstand and check for chainstay...

Pull the kickstand and check for chainstay damage. Crushed chainstays=huge value deduction for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 409
Posted By nesteel

That's cool. I have what may be his old '83...

That's cool.
I have what may be his old '83 Club Special, as softly confirmed by the shop owner who sold it to him, and the mechanic who assembled it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-29-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 983
Posted By nesteel

There are enough rabid Trek collectors out there...

There are enough rabid Trek collectors out there (shyly holds his hand up). If it were my size I'd offer what I said.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-29-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 983
Posted By nesteel

Good year, excellent condition, terrific...

Good year, excellent condition, terrific colorway.
Ebay; probably $1200-$1500 if you're patient.
Cash and carry; $1100-$1300.
If the right person comes along, perhaps a little more.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 10,224
Posted By nesteel

Very nice. Would use!

Very nice. Would use!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 22,541
Views: 3,600,071
Posted By nesteel

Have to get out more often for my health. Took a...

Have to get out more often for my health. Took a 20 miler to help get my mind settled over some lingering widower issues. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 2,853
Views: 182,177
Posted By nesteel

I really should buy that......

I really should buy that......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 740
Posted By nesteel

Touch up the bare spots with a decent nail polish...

Touch up the bare spots with a decent nail polish match and move on.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-29-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 350
Posted By nesteel

I'm in no hurry; please check when you have the...

I'm in no hurry; please check when you have the opportunity. These are going on a black frameset along with all black components. I'd just prefer the non-aero routing these will provide.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-28-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 350
Posted By nesteel

WTB: Dia Compe Royal Gran Compe levers, black

Wanting to find a pair of black, non aero, Royal Gran Compe brake levers for a project. These would be the style with "Royal" and "Gran Compe" engraved into the face of the lever at about a 45 degree...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,049
Posted By nesteel

Great write up, great bike. Nice work on both....

Great write up, great bike. Nice work on both. Really like the subdued color choice.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-27-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By nesteel

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-26-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 296
Posted By nesteel

These actually appear to be final generation...

These actually appear to be final generation Super Record.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 653
Posted By nesteel

I was geeking out on the scale trains in the...

I was geeking out on the scale trains in the background.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

-1 on the frameset count as of Wednesday. Tossed...

-1 on the frameset count as of Wednesday. Tossed out an old damaged "project" frame that's been hanging out TOO LONG.
To prevent much hate mail, I will not divulge the brand/model..............
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 596
Posted By nesteel

As is typical, it's probably worth more as a...

As is typical, it's probably worth more as a frameset and parts, all sold separately. That's a terrific color BTW. I have the purple '85 version.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-22-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 735
Posted By nesteel

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,034
Posted By nesteel

When Richard Sachs starts paying my bills, I'll...

When Richard Sachs starts paying my bills, I'll start considering his opinion as valid. Until then, ride on.........
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-24, 04:01 PM
Replies: 2,853
Views: 182,177
Posted By nesteel

That's a 970. Frame and fork are likely fine. All...

That's a 970. Frame and fork are likely fine. All the Treks I have with the tight race geometry look the same way. I really think the tight clearance between the front wheel and downtube throws off...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

I still have the seat lug cluster from that bike....

I still have the seat lug cluster from that bike. You were kind enough to send it to me so that I may have spare seat stay caps in the event any of mine ever crack.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 22,541
Views: 3,600,071
Posted By nesteel

That looks beautiful. Glad to hear you're on the...

That looks beautiful. Glad to hear you're on the mend, even if it is without "permission".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,781
Posted By nesteel

I gravitate towards odds, and low production,...

I gravitate towards odds, and low production, although nothing as low as a Confente or McLean (although I'd own a McLean in a heartbeat could I find one).
Obtainable low production is key, as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,723
Posted By nesteel

Good that you're not too damaged. Scrap the...

Good that you're not too damaged.
Scrap the frame/fork. Start fresh and put the funds (when available) into something else.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 935
Posted By nesteel

Ends up being a Breezer or some such mythical...

Ends up being a Breezer or some such mythical creature......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

Market is dead. The really nice top end stuff is...

Market is dead. The really nice top end stuff is still moving, but even that's slowly. Anything lower than top tier is just sitting. My mission is to consolidate the nicest groups I have onto the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-10-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 894
Posted By nesteel

The serial number picture makes the paint appear...

The serial number picture makes the paint appear like it's started to craze. If so, the rest of the repaint might be of suspect quality. If it's just an odd pattern of dirt, dust, and grease, please...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

I started the holiday weekend with 17 complete...

I started the holiday weekend with 17 complete bikes and 13 framesets.
As of today I have 14 complete bikes and 14 framesets.
2 of the now missing complete bikes were put on the curb and were...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-08-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 174
Posted By nesteel

WTB: Campy SR headset

Campagnolo Super Record headset, British threading. Needs to have bearings and the engraved spacer. Decent cosmetic condition, does not need to be N.O.S., but should be presentable. Good mechanical...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2,628
Views: 707,158
Posted By nesteel

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x960/441968960_996621235803462_6701398488869273191_n_6b935cc88b587c32566c19b8b13702ab399ef402.jpg

My new to me 1984 170, serial 121053...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-05-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By nesteel

Thanks all. I have located and purchased a...

Thanks all.
I have located and purchased a TX900 project, and tomorrow I go pick up a 170 (that one was found on Facebook though).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,958
Posted By nesteel

I'd heard of this issue when I first started into...

I'd heard of this issue when I first started into the vintage Trek world. It's the reason I acquired a seat stay cluster from a destroyed frame (with nice stay vaps) and an additional pair of unused...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,282
Posted By nesteel

You don't have 26" wheels.

You don't have 26" wheels.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-10-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 543
Posted By nesteel

Unless you possess the original fork, you're...

Unless you possess the original fork, you're looking at the lower end of the above given valuation.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-11-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,343
Posted By nesteel

$400 would be an incredible deal in a 970 in the...

$400 would be an incredible deal in a 970 in the condition of the bike in the photos. Double that.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-27-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,611
Posted By nesteel

I like my Equippe version. If I found a Project...

I like my Equippe version. If I found a Project frameset like this in my size, I would feel compelled to own it. Sounds like this one is going to a great home.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-23-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By nesteel

Personally, virtually zero value with no original...

Personally, virtually zero value with no original fork. Anyone who can appreciate this bike for what it is will want the factory fork.
Find the fork of your liking and modify it into what you want.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,632
Posted By nesteel

My sincere condolences to you and your family. ...

My sincere condolences to you and your family.
I know how tough it is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 426
Posted By nesteel

I'm disappointed that your disposing of that 930...

I'm disappointed that your disposing of that 930 frameset.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-31-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,611
Posted By nesteel

Yes it is. If this were a 60cm, I'd probably do...

Yes it is.
If this were a 60cm, I'd probably do something stupid.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-31-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,611
Posted By nesteel

I wouldn't expect to get Cinelli money for it...

I wouldn't expect to get Cinelli money for it (there not REALLY Cinellis), but it should bring a little more than the previously quoted $300.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've...

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've never ridden it, was purchased as a disassembled "bike in a box". It'll be refinished and reassembled.
The 957 ive had built upa couple different ways...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've...

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've never ridden it, was purchased as a disassembled "bike in a box". It'll be refinished and reassembled.
The 957 ive had built upa couple different ways...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

Keeper list: Centurion Cinelli Trek 720 ...

Keeper list:
Centurion Cinelli
Trek 720
Trek TX900
Trek 957
Merckx Strada OS
Colnago Super

To go list (complete bikes so far. Subject to change, may be parted out depending upon mood and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

Some of the current completes will be stripped...

Some of the current completes will be stripped and the build kits put on keeper frames. Im only keeping what i consider the cream if the crop for vintage. I have two modern bikes that'll stay no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,599
Posted By nesteel

Losing my wife last May has brought this entire...

Losing my wife last May has brought this entire subject into an entirely uncomfortable focus. Cycling is just one of four hobbies that'll be slimmed down as to not leave my two boys with a pile of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,254
Posted By nesteel

Dropouts do not indicate whether it was a 957 or...

Dropouts do not indicate whether it was a 957 or a 959. Mine was delivered equipped as a 957 to owner #1 with Shimano UF dropouts. Even the catalog says the frames were to be made with UF dropouts,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,254
Posted By nesteel

The dropouts are likely original; my '81 957...

The dropouts are likely original; my '81 957 (bought from the second owner, who knew the first) has them, one of which was replaced by trek under warranty.
I'm also betting the color is orignal as...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-26-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By nesteel

Already have a cosmetically challenged '81 957....

Already have a cosmetically challenged '81 957. Not that I'd kick another one to the curb, but it's not my priority.
​​​Previously owned, and let go of a 1979 93X and an '85 770.
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