Originally Posted by
jadmt
I guess college kids don't want bikes like this anymore.. I am down to $110 and not a single offer.
I thought it would sell when I dropped it to $125.
I continually see good mid tier vintage MTBs in the $50 to $100 range. I even see some of the better stuff at $100.
Be sure to check your "competition" (other sellers in your price range). Bike size should be a plus in a college town, I would have expected it to sell at the $125 mark.
Great pictures and a good ad matter too, as well as proximity to buyers. A lot of buyers won't drive 10 miles. To overcome that hurdle, I offer to meet at a convenient location in my ad ("can meet at the university union, or whatever).
I checked your ad. It could use better pictures, neutral background not in direct sun, all pictures outdoors. Since you are on C/L, up to 12 pictures are free, I'd use them all.
If someone in the family works in town, offer to meet there in a central location.
I did a quick look at the competition, there are some good bikes at low prices in Missoula right now. Great pictures could differentiate yours!