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Old 09-18-18, 04:17 PM
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New to folders/should I buy this one

Been curious and want to try for mixed city use. Found a Dahon Formula S18 for sale. Was local but seller moved 100 miles away. Good chance we can get together soon.
Is $200 fair?
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Old 09-18-18, 04:21 PM
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If it's in good shape it's underpriced. That's a nice bike.
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How about an update? Did you buy it for $200? That is a GREAT price!
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So as I said the seller moved 100 miles away just after placing the ad. I was the only one to respond and we have exchanged emails. They now live in a really small town pretty far from anything so as soon as one of us makes the trip the deal will happen.
I get that it's a great deal but I'm not in a hurry enough to drive four hours round trip just to make it happen.
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In the western US, 100 miles is 'nearby'... 150 mi, each way, is 2 hours ..
Coast, Here, over coast range, to Portland..
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Originally Posted by fietsbob
In the western US, 100 miles is 'nearby'... 150 mi, each way, is 2 hours ..
Coast, Here, over coast range, to Portland..
I get that. I live in rural western Colorado. Actually the bike started 45 miles away and moved 140 miles away. All two lane, 2+ hours each way and no other reason to make the trip.
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maybe the guy can meet you half way, or bring it to you,
A Lure.. Offer to Buy Lunch.
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I get that. I live in rural western Colorado. Actually the bike started 45 miles away and moved 140 miles away. All two lane, 2+ hours each way and no other reason to make the trip.
Is there a Greyhound station nearby?

A moving blanket from UHaul (or Lowes) and a roll of tape, in the belly of the bus...

Haven't done with bicycles but HAVE with others things before.

Just a thought....
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I would think that bike is long gone by now, kids.
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Originally Posted by CO_Steve
Been curious and want to try for mixed city use. Found a Dahon Formula S18 for sale. Was local but seller moved 100 miles away. Good chance we can get together soon.
Is $200 fair?
Ive driven 4 hours plenty of times to visit my patents. I took rest stops to stretch my legs and body. I used cruise control in the flats.

You might want to return the next day after touring around on the bike there. Take tools and pump for adjustments.
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