FS: My gorgeous '74 Paramount in Chestnut, tall bike
01-02-24, 01:01 PM
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FS: My gorgeous '74 Paramount in Chestnut, tall bike
Sadly, life changed soon after I acquired and overhauled this beautiful piece about 7 years ago.
From when I got it:
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-v...quisition.html
Got it together and never rode it much. '74 Paramount, original paint, all original Campy NR/SR except Zeus brakes. Currently has NO brake cable binder bolts (one broke, I have them set aside somewhere in storage but don't count on my finding them. No bar tape (will include new rolls). No hoods. It'll need a wiping down which I'll try to do. A few minor chips; one on the downtube by the shifter (from the brake) and another on the top tube. Detailed pics upon request - it's hard to get at right now. Apologies but I have to get this ball rolling. Larger frame suitable for my 34" inseam.
I think the bike was barely ridden when I got it. It's really a stellar piece. PM for details and better pics, but expect some delays.
Pic is from when I last had it out. I will provide the original Campy pedals vs. the ones shown.
$1350 + ship
PM to begin a discussion...
Thanks,
Ron
From when I got it:
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-v...quisition.html
Got it together and never rode it much. '74 Paramount, original paint, all original Campy NR/SR except Zeus brakes. Currently has NO brake cable binder bolts (one broke, I have them set aside somewhere in storage but don't count on my finding them. No bar tape (will include new rolls). No hoods. It'll need a wiping down which I'll try to do. A few minor chips; one on the downtube by the shifter (from the brake) and another on the top tube. Detailed pics upon request - it's hard to get at right now. Apologies but I have to get this ball rolling. Larger frame suitable for my 34" inseam.
I think the bike was barely ridden when I got it. It's really a stellar piece. PM for details and better pics, but expect some delays.
Pic is from when I last had it out. I will provide the original Campy pedals vs. the ones shown.
$1350 + ship
PM to begin a discussion...
Thanks,
Ron
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01-02-24, 02:11 PM
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Beautiful Paramount, great color! GLWS
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That Chestnut Brown looks great in the sun. Looks like a P13 racing model without eyelets, sized for 700c wheels. 63 CM seat tube from your other thread. Very nice!
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01-02-24, 05:18 PM
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01-03-24, 09:43 AM
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Wonderful looking bike, if I didn't already have a brown Paramount I'd be trying to get in a bid before merziac sees it.
01-03-24, 09:56 AM
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Paramount was at the top of Schwinn hierarchy during that time; I've heard. I am eyeing on adding one to my bikes' arsenal for quite some time, but the prices for "C&V" paramounts in my area are too steep.
The one in the OP is in great shape, btw.
The one in the OP is in great shape, btw.
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Wonderful looking bike, if I didn't already have a brown Paramount I'd be trying to get in a bid before merziac sees it.
Nice to have a P13 as a tribute to the Schwinn history.
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01-03-24, 12:04 PM
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That's a beauty! Man, chromed Nervex pro lugs.....
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Wonderful looking bike, if I didn't already have a brown Paramount I'd be trying to get in a bid before merziac sees it.
I might find a way for the right one.
I do need a couple more for an even dozen but I do have some exceptional finds, including 2 giants that will hold me well for the time being.
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01-03-24, 09:40 PM
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This is tempting. Set for bikes through Spring. Got two to build. I'll keep an eye on this one.
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