Happy Father's Day to all the dads. This past week has been quite fruitful in my garage saling effots to flush out high value low asking price gems. I scored a very nice all original 1967 Schwinn Twinn, an early 60's Columbia Twosome (two tandems bought in the same development sale!), a nice aluminum Trek 1000, and Trek 730 Multitrack. Was also able to trade a 70's Sears Free Spirit 3 speed to a neighbor for a pristine 78 Raleigh Super Grand Prix with Suntour Barcons. And of course, the Corvette. I spotted it hanging in the back of the garage and was initially told it wasn't for sale by the guy having the sale who was the original owner who said he got it as a birthday gift when he was 8. Fortunately for me, his wife wanted it gone and I was glad to oblige them. From the serial # database I know it's a 57 built in August. Paint is a little spotty in areas, and the lettering on the top tube and the chain guard is gone. I think these also came originally with a Delta Ball headlight that is also missing. Other than that, I think it's all there. Appear to be original grips, fenders, rear reflector, front rack, 3 speed Sturmey Archer hub and shifter, and even the 26x1 3/4 tires.
I have seen what nicer condition versions of this go for on Ebay, I was curious what people's opinions are of a fair market value as it currently sits? I think they sell repro decals on Ebay for around $35, and there are a few Delta lights that I think are correct for $75. I'm into it for $100, and if I decid to sell it am debating if I should do a restoration or just clean it up and sell it as is. I appreciate any feedback. Thanks.
I have seen what nicer condition versions of this go for on Ebay, I was curious what people's opinions are of a fair market value as it currently sits? I think they sell repro decals on Ebay for around $35, and there are a few Delta lights that I think are correct for $75. I'm into it for $100, and if I decid to sell it am debating if I should do a restoration or just clean it up and sell it as is. I appreciate any feedback. Thanks.