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Posted: Tue Aug 06, 2013 11:26 pm |
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Posted: Wed Aug 07, 2013 5:28 am |
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verktyg |
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Welcome to the Forum.
Looks like a 1978 or 79 Gitane Sprint #1837.
http://www.gitaneusa.com/images/catalog/1978_pg4.jpg
55cm frame, Is the frame size a good fit for you?
Mavic alloy wheels OK
Brevetti strap pedals / toe clips and seat post Pedals are nothing special, seat post isn't original.
Weinmann 605 levers and brakes OK
Challenge Pro saddle Looks OK?
Huret Gears These are the original Huret Challenger derailleurs and levers. They shift quite nicely.
Super Maxy Alloy crank OK
Reynolds 531 tubing Only the 3 main tubes are Reynolds 531.
3TTT Bars and stem Not original but top quality. The stem is up too high.
Normandy Luxe Competition Quick release alloy hubs (beautiful!!!) OK
It appears that the frame was too small for the owner. The seat and bars are up too high for the frame size. Both should be inserted at least 3" (80mm).
The bike is worth maybe $150 - $200 USD max (£ 100 - £ 130 GBP).
Figure on overhaul and re-greasing hubs, bottom bracket and headset plus new cables and maybe brake pads.
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SF Bay Area, CA USA
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1984 Criterium
1969 TdF
1971 TdF
1974 TdF
1984 TdF x 2 Bikes
1970 SC
1971 SC
1972 SC
1984 SC
1984 Team Pro
1985 Professional
1990s Team Replica |
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Posted: Wed Aug 07, 2013 5:47 am |
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TIMCHESHIRE |
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Thanks Chas,
As with all things ebay the price has now increased to £90 so we are getting near to your price point. Not much sell on profit in it but good to keep.
Cheers |
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