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The veal isn’t that great.
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Lot's of that here in So Cal too. When surfing through CL I select wheel size in the filter on the left side, that will eliminate all those kids bikes. The deals are less frequent now for sure but still out there. A Bridgestone MB-1 posted in LA for $150 a few weeks back and I recently picked up an '87 DB Apex for $20
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I took a ton of pics about two weeks ago and posted a few to that Paramount thread. But I still haven't listed it. I'll get around to it eventually. It really doesn't take up that much room.
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Here's one from my neck of the woods:
https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/b...316029315.html
Not sure whether to laugh or cry. Just the addition of the Brooks saddle probably doubled the value. But the trouble here is that with all the work the person did and all the time they expended, they've got far more in than they'll be able to get out of it. Makes you want to ask why, because surly the person knew that a Varsity isn't considered a classic rarity.
There was also a recent post on the Facebook marketplace where someone was selling a Huffy Aerowind (I think) that was still NOS and in the original box asking $250. Sure, it would be interesting to get to unpack something like that, but not for $250. Wonder what its original MSRP was.
-William
https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/b...316029315.html
Not sure whether to laugh or cry. Just the addition of the Brooks saddle probably doubled the value. But the trouble here is that with all the work the person did and all the time they expended, they've got far more in than they'll be able to get out of it. Makes you want to ask why, because surly the person knew that a Varsity isn't considered a classic rarity.
There was also a recent post on the Facebook marketplace where someone was selling a Huffy Aerowind (I think) that was still NOS and in the original box asking $250. Sure, it would be interesting to get to unpack something like that, but not for $250. Wonder what its original MSRP was.
-William
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Here's one from my neck of the woods:
https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/b...316029315.html
Not sure whether to laugh or cry. Just the addition of the Brooks saddle probably doubled the value. But the trouble here is that with all the work the person did and all the time they expended, they've got far more in than they'll be able to get out of it. Makes you want to ask why, because surly the person knew that a Varsity isn't considered a classic rarity.
There was also a recent post on the Facebook marketplace where someone was selling a Huffy Aerowind (I think) that was still NOS and in the original box asking $250. Sure, it would be interesting to get to unpack something like that, but not for $250. Wonder what its original MSRP was.
-William
https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/b...316029315.html
Not sure whether to laugh or cry. Just the addition of the Brooks saddle probably doubled the value. But the trouble here is that with all the work the person did and all the time they expended, they've got far more in than they'll be able to get out of it. Makes you want to ask why, because surly the person knew that a Varsity isn't considered a classic rarity.
There was also a recent post on the Facebook marketplace where someone was selling a Huffy Aerowind (I think) that was still NOS and in the original box asking $250. Sure, it would be interesting to get to unpack something like that, but not for $250. Wonder what its original MSRP was.
-William
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I won't even consider those sellers/bikes outside of my price point. So where's the 'crime' that needs the 'price police?
The seller can ASK whatever they want - it all comes down to what I am willing to spend! I 'self-police'.
The seller can ASK whatever they want - it all comes down to what I am willing to spend! I 'self-police'.
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I finally recently sold one bike I was very upside down on. It went through several iterations while I had it, and it also had most of the components upgraded over time as parts bikes came through my hands. The buyer was happy and seemed to appreciate the upgrades. The tires and wheels were probably worth close to my asking price.
Deals are out there, but sometimes a good deal sits unsold for various reasons.
I was almost to the point of having no redundancy in my stable. I have redundancy again. As I said, deals are out there and Ive missed quite a few of them. Ive also passed on some after looking them over for various reasons.
The ebb and flow of the tides of the bicycle marketplace. Tis what it is.
Deals are out there, but sometimes a good deal sits unsold for various reasons.
I was almost to the point of having no redundancy in my stable. I have redundancy again. As I said, deals are out there and Ive missed quite a few of them. Ive also passed on some after looking them over for various reasons.
The ebb and flow of the tides of the bicycle marketplace. Tis what it is.
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I would let this go, were I you. I understand the frustration, but it's not something that's within your control, other than to simply ignore it. I see bicycles all the time on the local CL that I could assume as projects, full dismantle, repaint, decal, and reassemble with new wheels to result in a classic frame that is a fun ride. But they are often too expensive in their asking price, because someone has the idea it's a nice bike, in spite of the current condition. I now presume they are doing me a favor, because I can only do three or four complete repaint projects a year. Otherwise it's not fun any more.
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And here I am. I found a beautiful bike on Pink Bike; a ‘93 RockHopper Expert, in really excellent condition if you ignore the dent in the chainstay; the owner had it tuned up to sell. It’s one year newer, several models higher, and one size smaller than my beloved Pretty Purple Princess Penelope; it’s even purple. I can ride an 18”, but 17” would be better. I could buy the bike, swap parts, and sell the old bike, if he hadn’t priced it at $700.
C’est la vie, I guess.
C’est la vie, I guess.
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There are so many folks living in the good old days here. They can't get over the fact that the supply of nice old bikes is dwindling and the price is increasing. It's just economics. In todays COVID ravaged market it's just going to get worse.
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In 1st Q 2021, picked up an early 1970's Raleigh Competition Carlton, all black, with a newish Brooks with springs for $160, about $15 under asking. Also picked up a Raleigh Gran Sort in 2020 for $170. IMHO, both bought below FMV. This spring, hard to find MTBa with rigid front forks for a friends boys, so I paid $70 Trek 700, $125 Hard Rock, $165 Gary Fisher. Trek seat post is stuck.
Sold a refurbished 1987 Schwinn Tempo with new tire yesterday for $350,
Keep hunting deals are out there.
Sold a refurbished 1987 Schwinn Tempo with new tire yesterday for $350,
Keep hunting deals are out there.
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There is a complicated and somewhat radical solution to this problem.
If you dont' like the price, don't buy it.
If you dont' like the price, don't buy it.
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Here's one from my neck of the woods:
https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/b...316029315.html
Not sure whether to laugh or cry. Just the addition of the Brooks saddle probably doubled the value. But the trouble here is that with all the work the person did and all the time they expended, they've got far more in than they'll be able to get out of it. Makes you want to ask why, because surly the person knew that a Varsity isn't considered a classic rarity.
There was also a recent post on the Facebook marketplace where someone was selling a Huffy Aerowind (I think) that was still NOS and in the original box asking $250. Sure, it would be interesting to get to unpack something like that, but not for $250. Wonder what its original MSRP was.
-William
https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/b...316029315.html
Not sure whether to laugh or cry. Just the addition of the Brooks saddle probably doubled the value. But the trouble here is that with all the work the person did and all the time they expended, they've got far more in than they'll be able to get out of it. Makes you want to ask why, because surly the person knew that a Varsity isn't considered a classic rarity.
There was also a recent post on the Facebook marketplace where someone was selling a Huffy Aerowind (I think) that was still NOS and in the original box asking $250. Sure, it would be interesting to get to unpack something like that, but not for $250. Wonder what its original MSRP was.
-William
Just because there's a high ASKING price doesn't mean there's a high SELLING price. I mean, I got $75 knocked off the Lotus Classique I just bought, just for being willing to drive across The Bay!
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And then there are folks like me, who only just got into vintage bikes, who see bargains everywhere! Where else can you pay $150, and with two weeks worth of evenings have a really nice bike you like riding?
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As production comes back the cheapo bike prices will lower to where they belong. Sit tight, but if you have an old beater now is the time to get rid of it. LOL
Just be glad your not car shopping like I am. Even high mileage bad cars are bringing big bucks. But I really didn't use my car much the last year (tranny went-wasn't worth fixing) I have a bike, Lots of baskets and bags for shopping, am retired so I can sit it out. Actually am finding out how much I do not need a car really. LOL
Just be glad your not car shopping like I am. Even high mileage bad cars are bringing big bucks. But I really didn't use my car much the last year (tranny went-wasn't worth fixing) I have a bike, Lots of baskets and bags for shopping, am retired so I can sit it out. Actually am finding out how much I do not need a car really. LOL
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As production comes back the cheapo bike prices will lower to where they belong. Sit tight, but if you have an old beater now is the time to get rid of it. LOL
Just be glad your not car shopping like I am. Even high mileage bad cars are bringing big bucks. But I really didn't use my car much the last year (tranny went-wasn't worth fixing) I have a bike, Lots of baskets and bags for shopping, am retired so I can sit it out. Actually am finding out how much I do not need a car really. LOL
Just be glad your not car shopping like I am. Even high mileage bad cars are bringing big bucks. But I really didn't use my car much the last year (tranny went-wasn't worth fixing) I have a bike, Lots of baskets and bags for shopping, am retired so I can sit it out. Actually am finding out how much I do not need a car really. LOL
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