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Archived: General For Sale/Wanted





WANTED:   Information about old Spitfire bicycles posted by: Philip Chavin on 10/12/2001 at 5:55:32 PM
Way back in 1945 I bought a new "Spitfire" model, 26-inch, boys', baloon-tired bicycle. (I guess it was probably manufactured by Schwinn.) Its handlebars were painted black(!), probably because World War II was still on and chrome-plated handlebars weren't being made then-- at least not on low-price bikes. Would anyone have -- or know where I could find -- pictures and/or information about this 1945 Spitfire? Or info about new bicycles sold with black-painted handlebars during World War II? Thanks.





FOR SALE:   SCHWINN SPEEDO HEAD posted by: STEVEN on 10/12/2001 at 12:27:04 AM
A SCHWINN SPEEDO HEAD "ONLY", MINT SHAPE, 878 MILES ON IT, 20.00 PLUS SHIPPING,,,,,,,,,





WANTED:   Tires posted by: Don on 10/11/2001 at 7:13:30 PM
Anybody have a pair of 700 x 35 or 38 smooth tires with whitewalls or light colored skinwall they want to unload? Thanks much





WANTED:   Schwinn 20" wheel posted by: Andrew on 10/11/2001 at 6:14:42 PM
I'm looking for a Schwinn 20" S-2 rear wheel with red band hub and 36 spokes. email; shayden@shore.net





MISC:   AMF Roadmaster Skyrider posted by: simos on 10/11/2001 at 3:37:23 PM
Can anyone give me a ballpark value on an AMF Roadmaster Skyrider girls bike, it is complete and in good condition.
Thanks





FOR SALE:   2 hawthorne boys bikes posted by: jami on 10/11/2001 at 3:53:06 AM
I am trying to find out about two hawthorne bicycles. my father wants to sell them and we are not sure of the values or how do we determine the age and model #'s etc. thanks....


   RE:FOR SALE:   2 hawthorne boys bikes posted by sam on 10/12/2001 at 3:07:03 AM
There is a book Collectable Elgin-J.C.Higgins & Hawthorne bicycles.should show your bikes.Also look in the data base.Balloon tire and tank bikes bring more than middleweights,Boys bring more than Girls.Look at Ebay to see what like bikes are bring.




FOR SALE:   Parts page updated posted by: Menotomy Vintage Bicycles at OldRoads.com on 10/10/2001 at 4:22:48 PM
We've just about gotten all the bugs out after moving to a new server, so now we can devote some time to getting more bicycles and parts posted for sale on our site.

Much more to come, but click on "Bicycles and Parts For Sale" at the top of this page to see some of the new and REDUCED items.

Also check what we have for sale on Ebay (including a nice original Schwinn floor pump) buy cutting and pasting this link:

http://cgi6.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?MfcISAPICommand=ViewListedItems&userid=menotomy%40aol.com&include=0&since=-1&sort=2&rows=25





MISC:   zanetti motori posted by: mark on 10/10/2001 at 2:19:38 PM
i have a zanetti bicizeta.
need parts,& any info.
model..scat?
year??
searl#.zpd dgm9019om.
distr. by american bicizeta. pennsauken,N.J.
any help please.
thanks,mark.





FOR SALE:   Mens John Deere Bike posted by: Denny on 10/10/2001 at 5:16:46 AM
The John Deere bike I bought for $75 and thats what I would like to get back out of it. I collect JD toys and thought that it would be neat to have a bike but then when I got it home, I realised that I dont have the space for a bike. Duh not?? SO if you would like to buy it email me and then we can talk on the phone for more info about it. When emailing, put in the subject line bike for sale ok? I have other things that I am selling so then I can get right to your mail. And if it isnt in the subject line, I delete it cuz I dont answer any that I dont know.





FOR SALE:   Mens John Deere Bike posted by: Denny on 10/10/2001 at 12:14:20 AM
I have a mens John Deere Bike for sale. It is a 3 speed and green in color. I think it is a 1974 model but not for sure. It is in really great shape I think. If you want to know more about it, email me Please. Thanks


   RE:FOR SALE:   Mens John Deere Bike posted by goob on 10/10/2001 at 1:54:43 AM
do you have a price on it.




MISC:   western flyer posted by: rickey on 10/8/2001 at 4:40:48 PM
have acquired a 16" hard tire western flyer interchangeable boy's or girls training wheels cant find serial# where should i look could it be worth anything


   RE:MISC:   western flyer posted by rickey on 10/8/2001 at 4:47:46 PM
can provide photo

   Murray posted by Chik on 10/11/2001 at 7:16:18 PM
It sounds about like a Murray 16' I have but don't know if a boy's or girl's it has a tank tho' my friends kids ride my bike all the time everything is there




MISC:   sunday ride posted by: rickey on 10/8/2001 at 3:59:04 PM
the weather was great 10-8-01 the ride was great where were you. weride@hotmail.com here next sunday only 30 miles maby more rain or shine. would you like to ride your bike join us here at KNOWLES BICYCLE SHOP valley al.334-756-7561ps we repair & service bikes parts & accessories new & used bikes & I restore old bikes very reasonable prices. ride for free





MISC:   OLD SCHWINN BICYCLE posted by: PATTI on 10/8/2001 at 4:52:35 AM
I INHERITED AN OLD SCHWINN BICYCLE. IT IS A BLUE AND WHITE GIRLS MODEL WITH A SORT OF WING LOOKING THING ON THE BACK. IT IS IN FAIRLY GOOD CONDITION EXCEPT FOR THE TIRES AND I HAVE NO NEED FOR IT. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IT IS WORTH, BUT WOULD LIKE TO SEE SOMEONE BUY IT AND MAKE IT BEAUTIFUL. ANY IDEAS?


   RE:MISC:   OLD SCHWINN BICYCLE posted by Gary M on 10/10/2001 at 7:51:11 AM
email me about it, i have a couple older ladies bikes iam restoring




MISC:   Trexlertown Bike Show posted by: Tom on 10/8/2001 at 2:54:51 AM
Well, This years Trexlertown show was bigger and better than ever. The weather was a bit brisk, but you could not have asked for a nicer day. It was great to see some old friends and some new ones as well. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the folks that helped put this wonderful show together as well as the Trexlertown Volunteer Fire Department! Job well done!





FOR SALE:   1970 Raleigh Sprite 5-speed posted by: Charlie on 10/6/2001 at 8:11:57 PM
I have a Sprite with original Brooks saddle (but on its second Allvit derailleur) that I'd like to sell. Original paint (brown) and detailing. Good condition overall except shift lever is broken. All reasonable offers considered. Located in NH.


   RE:FOR SALE:   1970 Raleigh Sprite 5-speed posted by Jim on 10/7/2001 at 1:56:44 PM
Charlie does it have the Huret single sided shifter. I have some NOS ones and I'm in NH as well. They are very reasonable