1986 Miyata 912 - 57cm
06-25-23, 02:20 PM
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1986 Miyata 912 - 57cm
Just finished this build, it’s too small for me but wanted to get an idea of what the community thought of the bike and it’s worth in Toronto, ON.
Bike has original Shimano 600 bottom bracket, wheel hubs, Shimano Biopace 52/42 with Shimano 600 13-24. Brake levers are Dia-Compe BL-1022, Shimano 600 friction shifters, Axiom micro adjustable seat post, original Selle Italia Turbo saddle, GT Sakae 44cm bars, Custom 100mm stem, and SPD pedals.
Bike has original Shimano 600 bottom bracket, wheel hubs, Shimano Biopace 52/42 with Shimano 600 13-24. Brake levers are Dia-Compe BL-1022, Shimano 600 friction shifters, Axiom micro adjustable seat post, original Selle Italia Turbo saddle, GT Sakae 44cm bars, Custom 100mm stem, and SPD pedals.
06-26-23, 12:19 PM
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I had heard that Toronto was a good market for sellers. Not sure in the current economic climate, given the apparent surplus of bikes of all sorts.
But having said that I'd hope that the bike would get more than $200 given the overall condition, decent parts and the fact it is a Miyata, a respected brand. How much more is the question.
Regarding condition, the things that I would downgrade it for would be the stem and the seat post. They aren't very attractive. No big deal if you are only interested in performance, but aesthetics are a big deal to me.
But having said that I'd hope that the bike would get more than $200 given the overall condition, decent parts and the fact it is a Miyata, a respected brand. How much more is the question.
Regarding condition, the things that I would downgrade it for would be the stem and the seat post. They aren't very attractive. No big deal if you are only interested in performance, but aesthetics are a big deal to me.
06-26-23, 02:29 PM
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$250-300 in the desert Southwest, USA.
You've done a beautiful presentation.
You've done a beautiful presentation.
07-03-23, 08:36 PM
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Sweet. But, this is a really tough market for vintage stuff right now. Anyhow........... I wouldn't take less than $300 for that. Three years ago that would have been a $400 bike.
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07-04-23, 02:40 PM
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Basically the market during COVID was inflated with bikes selling quickly and above market value. Since interest rates have increased discretionary spending has dipped considerably and a 35 year old triathlons bike isn’t high up on the priority list for many households where as a year ago it may have sparked interest.
Worst case scenario I end up with a great classic I can ride around town and lend friends.
Worst case scenario I end up with a great classic I can ride around town and lend friends.
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07-09-23, 08:31 PM
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Well.............................................................................
The market for old vintage bikes is "tough" right now because technology has caught up. Nobody is going to pay over $350 for an old bike when they can get a brand new bike (with brand new wheels, tires, brakes, cables, everything) for $400.
Why would you blow your hard earned money on a 30 year old bike with flat tires when you could get a brand new one mail ordered to your house for less?
Just my humble opinion.
Clean your old bike up. Put new tires on it. Adjust the brakes & lubricate it. Ask for $375 or less. It will sell. Otherwise, it's going to sit in your garage for a while.
Just sayin.
Be good. Have fun.
The market for old vintage bikes is "tough" right now because technology has caught up. Nobody is going to pay over $350 for an old bike when they can get a brand new bike (with brand new wheels, tires, brakes, cables, everything) for $400.
Why would you blow your hard earned money on a 30 year old bike with flat tires when you could get a brand new one mail ordered to your house for less?
Just my humble opinion.
Clean your old bike up. Put new tires on it. Adjust the brakes & lubricate it. Ask for $375 or less. It will sell. Otherwise, it's going to sit in your garage for a while.
Just sayin.
Be good. Have fun.
07-10-23, 06:24 AM
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Well.............................................................................
The market for old vintage bikes is "tough" right now because technology has caught up. Nobody is going to pay over $350 for an old bike when they can get a brand new bike (with brand new wheels, tires, brakes, cables, everything) for $400.
Why would you blow your hard earned money on a 30 year old bike with flat tires when you could get a brand new one mail ordered to your house for less?
Just my humble opinion.
Clean your old bike up. Put new tires on it. Adjust the brakes & lubricate it. Ask for $375 or less. It will sell. Otherwise, it's going to sit in your garage for a while.
Just sayin.
Be good. Have fun.
The market for old vintage bikes is "tough" right now because technology has caught up. Nobody is going to pay over $350 for an old bike when they can get a brand new bike (with brand new wheels, tires, brakes, cables, everything) for $400.
Why would you blow your hard earned money on a 30 year old bike with flat tires when you could get a brand new one mail ordered to your house for less?
Just my humble opinion.
Clean your old bike up. Put new tires on it. Adjust the brakes & lubricate it. Ask for $375 or less. It will sell. Otherwise, it's going to sit in your garage for a while.
Just sayin.
Be good. Have fun.
Thanks for taking the time to reply, appreciate all the feedback
