Let' See Your Original "As Found" bikes...
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I was just headed to the "Catch of the Day" thread, but I'll put it here instead.
Lazy, poking around the classified this morning and found this 1989 Bridgestone RB-2. Looked like a garage queen, so I went out and did it.
Still shiny under a load of grime. Has the original barely worn Bridgestone tires on it and the tool bag was full of tools and almost $2.50 in change - no coin newer than 1992.
The seller's wife had picked it from an estate sale, and I'm guessing from the original owner.
Lazy, poking around the classified this morning and found this 1989 Bridgestone RB-2. Looked like a garage queen, so I went out and did it.
Still shiny under a load of grime. Has the original barely worn Bridgestone tires on it and the tool bag was full of tools and almost $2.50 in change - no coin newer than 1992.
The seller's wife had picked it from an estate sale, and I'm guessing from the original owner.
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This A-D Michelle was a fb MP find a few months ago. It was being stored outdoors at that time. Haven't had a chance to clean her up yet.
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As found , but I’m considering changing out the stem , and installing a campy seat post / brakes to compliment the drive train
the stem would make it much enjoyable to ride for me
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With the exception of the bar wrap, this came to me very complete and original. It's the second of two Turbos that I've owned, both now gone.
My son brought over a 1964 Varsity that he picked up last week for $10. Other than the dire need for solidified lube being replaced, it is nearly pristine and entirely original except for cable clamps for some reason.
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Please share photos of that one as well!
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I'll play
Motobecane Grand Touring Mixte
as purchased
As cleaned up (wiped down) and seat cover removed
Raleigh Super Course
as purchased
As cleaned up (wiped down) and I re-greased seat post and stem and replaced bar tape and tires.
Motobecane Grand Touring Mixte
as purchased
As cleaned up (wiped down) and seat cover removed
Raleigh Super Course
as purchased
As cleaned up (wiped down) and I re-greased seat post and stem and replaced bar tape and tires.
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I didn't realize until I took these high rez photos and viewed them on my 4k TV set that this bike has the original Shimano brake pads. I'm pretty sure it's all original except for the seat. I changed the inner chain ring so I could make it up my driveway after a ride without dismounting. When I saw the original seat bag I knew I had to buy it.
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All of these bikes are way nicer condition than the usual stuff I come across. Do you all live in places where people buy expensive bicycles just 'cause they like the way they look in the garage? :-) I'm jealous #HateYouAll
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All of these bikes are way nicer condition than the usual stuff I come across. Do you all live in places where people buy expensive bicycles just 'cause they like the way they look in the garage? :-) I'm jealous #HateYouAll
Lots and lots of people bought a bike, rode it twice, and then decided they'd rather smoke a pack of Newports and kill a case.
Think about how many pristine Bowflexes are just sitting out there waiting for a second chance.
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'85 Trek 410
Purchased locally from the original owner who had stories of riding it all over New England.
Purchased locally from the original owner who had stories of riding it all over New England.
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'85 Trek 620
Found in my LBS - was a trade-in - unknown history, but looked lightly used. For some reason the kid working that night took my $50 offer.
Found in my LBS - was a trade-in - unknown history, but looked lightly used. For some reason the kid working that night took my $50 offer.
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Yeah I love finding old bikes with all the original parts to rebuild. Here are a some of mine:
1960 Olmo Gran Sport
1969 Raleigh Robin Hood
1973 Motobecane Grand Record missing original saddle and pedals
Sekine SHS 271, mid 70s
1993 Bridgestone MB 1
1960 Olmo Gran Sport
1969 Raleigh Robin Hood
1973 Motobecane Grand Record missing original saddle and pedals
Sekine SHS 271, mid 70s
1993 Bridgestone MB 1
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As found...seat was ripped so replaced with Schwinn seat, and tires are non-original, but otherwise original. And it was free (found on my street in the trash)...