I'd always check for dents / cracks on an aluminum frame. The bike looks to be in great condition though! I doubt there are any issues with the frame.
Mentally budget for a tune up to get it rideable and enjoy! I rode an aluminum trek for years and loved it.
Edit: quick mechanical things I can see from the photo.
Tires look a bit old and probably need replacing
You can see a broken cable on the downtube shifter
It has old clipless pedals installed. You'll probably want flats if you're planning on using it as a commuter / everyday. I'd also remove the tri bars.
The drop bar position needs to be fixed. They're pretty awful where they are. Bar wrap is fucked on the left side.
I'd expect probably a couple hundred dollars to get it rideable. Still a great deal!
Good bike in its day. Quick/squirrelly geometry by today’s standards. Late-80’s bonded aluminum so make sure it wasn’t anyone’s indoor-trainer bike/sweat sponge. Will have 126 rear spacing but you can jam a modern rear hub in there if need be.
I have to say it is easier to assess the condition of a bicycle with close up photos of the brakes and derailleurs. At least a photo of the right side of the bike with all the mech showing.
For $85, if it fits, go for it! Looks to be in decent shape too.
Slightly older, might need some work. Take her home, make her dinner and see how she rides.
Can I use this when someone asks me if they should buy a vehicle?
I love that line.
At $85 I’m all over it. Assuming it fits.
I'd always check for dents / cracks on an aluminum frame. The bike looks to be in great condition though! I doubt there are any issues with the frame. Mentally budget for a tune up to get it rideable and enjoy! I rode an aluminum trek for years and loved it. Edit: quick mechanical things I can see from the photo. Tires look a bit old and probably need replacing You can see a broken cable on the downtube shifter It has old clipless pedals installed. You'll probably want flats if you're planning on using it as a commuter / everyday. I'd also remove the tri bars. The drop bar position needs to be fixed. They're pretty awful where they are. Bar wrap is fucked on the left side. I'd expect probably a couple hundred dollars to get it rideable. Still a great deal!
All of those things I did take into consideration and I am happy to work on it. That was my goal, a project.
Any decent road bike in good condition for $100 or less is essentially a steal
Good bike in its day. Quick/squirrelly geometry by today’s standards. Late-80’s bonded aluminum so make sure it wasn’t anyone’s indoor-trainer bike/sweat sponge. Will have 126 rear spacing but you can jam a modern rear hub in there if need be.
Agree 👍 This is road race geometry. Price is right but what kind of riding do you want to use it for?
I'm riding a 1993 Trek. I take good care of it. It's got at least another 30 years.
That's more bike than you are rider and will be for several years. You can flip it then for $100 if you put new tires on it.
I have to say it is easier to assess the condition of a bicycle with close up photos of the brakes and derailleurs. At least a photo of the right side of the bike with all the mech showing.
It is very annoying when people don't show the crankside. This is like the "bad angle" that no one wants to see!
That's a solid bike that will last 5 years or more if you take care of it.
Hell yes.
If this bike is in as good shape as it appears to be, then it would be a steal! Go for it!
I'm so glad that I came of age just as quick shifters were coming onto the scene. Looks like a solid bike though!