eBay prices on the rise, good time to sell old junk?

[grantw]

Was watching that ALAN finish today, my prediction of several thousand dollars was typically way off. Sadly the early keen bidder was sniped with 4 seconds to go at $300. I can imagine the disappointment.

[grantw]

Here's something you don't see every day.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/shimano-600- ... 2325b5186e

Also it's not even 600 Arabesque, it's Golden Arrow, which was a step down, the equivalent of 105 today.

You're nitpicking, next thing you'll be suggesting that its not old school bmx, or even vintage fixie singlespeed.

Actually I wonder if there's a seatpost for sale attached to the rest of the frame. "I didn't have a spanner so I cut it up so as not to damage..."?

[ldrcycles]

Sadly, no. pre-Xms budget strain. Shame; just reckon it would most likely ride very nicely...

What's the go with this DT shifter/non-aero Malvern Star in Melb.? Poorly photographed. Many sellers just don't get how important decent pics are.
Looking like a Tange decal, top of ST. (out of focus, of course).
... just because it annoys me, I've asked 'em to try and take some better close-up pics. Sadly, most who post pics like that have reached the limits of their competency. That bike is still radiating some quality vibes...
Suntour shift levers? (accidentally in focus).

edit: 2 more pics up. Dynalloy t/butted CroMo. Got lucky on that; the other extra pic was out of focus. CSI 'enhancement' req'd.

No clear pics required for id there, it's a Sportif, i think they were about the same level or maybe a smidgen better than a Repco Superlite. I picked one up a while back with a completely mashed frame but it was still obvious it was a decent quality thing in it's day.

[hitchhiker]

Sadly, no. pre-Xms budget strain. Shame; just reckon it would most likely ride very nicely...

What's the go with this DT shifter/non-aero Malvern Star in Melb.? Poorly photographed. Many sellers just don't get how important decent pics are.
Looking like a Tange decal, top of ST. (out of focus, of course).
... just because it annoys me, I've asked 'em to try and take some better close-up pics. Sadly, most who post pics like that have reached the limits of their competency. That bike is still radiating some quality vibes...
Suntour shift levers? (accidentally in focus).

edit: 2 more pics up. Dynalloy t/butted CroMo. Got lucky on that; the other extra pic was out of focus. CSI 'enhancement' req'd.

I think the Malvern Star is a Sportif although from the blurred photo I can't read the name on the top tube.

I have one, it's a nice enough commuter but probably only worth the auction starting price

[Crowz]

beautiful Eddy Merckx frame with free shipping...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll ... 606wt_1378

Shame it's $950

[jools]

Pinarello? More like Fakarello:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1976-Pinarel ... 3a7c139eae

[wqlava1]

Here's something you don't see every day.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/shimano-600- ... 2325b5186e

He claims it as 600 Arabesque, but I think Velobase supports me in classing it as 105 Golden Arrow (which I already have, but would like the right cranks from the 600 Arabesque group).

Was there a 600 variant like this?

[grantw]

Someone in Victoria please

[singlespeedscott]

Someone in Victoria please

Sweet ride.

[Dan]

Someone in Victoria please

A good score at the right price I guess. Don't whether Viner did tourers though?

[TedDancin]

He claims it as 600 Arabesque, but I think Velobase supports me in classing it as 105 Golden Arrow (which I already have, but would like the right cranks from the 600 Arabesque group).

Was there a 600 variant like this?

Yeah there is a 600 Arabesque crankset, similar but different logo, here on Velobase. http://www.velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=af4857bb-c3f8-4016-8a48-a9080ec3d4fb&Enum=115

I have a right side Arabesque crank 160mm length which I might be willing to part with. PM me if you're keen to trade something.

[scratchman]

Someone in Victoria please

looked nice, but it's gone now

[munga]

you can pick up decent arabesque cranks for about $50. sometimes less, seldom more.

[amrjon]

I have a set, and because i like them i keep my eye out for them, but you must know where to shop because I'd say often more and that $50 is pretty good buying if in good condition. Haven't seen them still attached to a butchered frame before though, so who knows what that does to the price.

[grantw]

Someone in Victoria please

looked nice, but it's gone now

Viner did make touring frames amongst the range of things they have produced, still do apparently.

[BRLVR.v2]

Is that framefinder fruit loop from that locked thread tryin it on again?? http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/norwood/ ... 1008257230

[BRLVR.v2]

was hoping to win this damaged bike by seller: rosehipcollectibles2

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PURSUIT-ROAD ... 686wt_1399

checked bids and saw user r****n has bid on almost all of sellers items, including completed listings..
not suss at all, right?

hope nobody from here got sucked in.

"it's ok everybody, captain internet is here!"

Relist (dodgey)

[rkelsen]

Is that framefinder fruit loop from that locked thread tryin it on again?? http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/norwood/ ... 1008257230

That one looks a lot more like a DeRosa than his did. The angles and clearances look about right for a higher end early 80s bike, anyhow.

[grantw]

Is that framefinder fruit loop from that locked thread tryin it on again?? http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/norwood/ ... 1008257230

That one looks a lot more like a DeRosa than his did. The angles and clearances look about right for a higher end early 80s bike, anyhow.

That guy was a laugh, I kinda miss him and his fakenagos owned by football players, sold it for a bazillion dollars on gumtree. Shame he was a spiv and not an honest clearer of garages.

As for that "de rosa", lack of clarity in the photos aside, the rear dropouts and fork crown look good quality and the group looks very neat. And there's no mention of football players so it's probably legit

edit: in other news, I've been watching this . Love the history.

[morini]

Yes, Frame finder, he was a class act. I'm sure he'll regret most of what he said one day.

[Dan]

Ah, nostalgia... I miss his crazy hijinx and goofy posts about stunt pegs and custard.

[BRLVR.v2]

Ah, nostalgia... I miss his crazy hijinx and goofy posts about stunt pegs and custard.

Fkn Tiny teddies (LOL)

[Velo13]

beautiful Eddy Merckx frame with free shipping...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll ... 606wt_1378

Shame it's $950

That's a steal.

[ldrcycles]

I'm sure he'll regret most of what he said one day.

Not likely, i'm disappointed i didn't get a chance to say my 2 bobs worth, i was honestly quite offended at his attitude.

[Crowz]

beautiful Eddy Merckx frame with free shipping...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll ... 606wt_1378

Shame it's $950

That's a steal.

steel**
How much do you think something like that would go for in Aus??