Vitus 979

[andy74]

Due to lack of use and lack of space I've decided to sell my Vitus 979. After a quick search online it looks like this is the best place to list it.

If anyone is interested I'll upload photos and details.

Cheers,

Andy.
(Near Oxford)

 

[Midlife]

Welcome

I think there might be quite a few people interested

Shaun

 

[novo]

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Hi and welcome, how much and any pics?

 

[andy74]

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Thank you for the welcomes!

I don't know how to price it to be honest, which is why I've come here. I know that if I try to sell it locally it won't be worth my effort and I don't want to give it away! I know it is a nice bike to a limited number of people. Equally, I'm not after silly money hopefully a few of you may be able to suggest a sensible price and someone may want to buy it.

Spec wise...

57cm frame (measured by me, I'm 5'11")
F & R mech: Shimano 600 (14 speed)
Pedals: Shimano 600
Headset: Shimano 600
Crankset: 52/42
Hubs: Shimano 105

and it has a period Avocet 30 trip meter. It rides well but the frame does have a few scuffs which mean anyone wanting to do a full restoration would have to consider this. Plus someone (not me) has damaged the end of the small tube that runs through the top tube by hitting it with a hammer or similar which has caused the end to flair out a little... this is a shame but not to difficult to tidy up. I believe the first owner used it in the Paris–Roubaix, I have no way to prove this but it's a nice story! Feel free to ask any questions.

Cheers,

Andy.

 

[bigfatron]

Hi Andy,
that "frilliness" at the cable entry is common, both the Vitus frames I've owned have suffered it, it's just caused by the cable ends.
Do you know who the "first owner" was?
richie

 

[andy74]

Unfortunately I don't know who the first owner was but it may be worth me investigating it.

 

[andy74]

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Just noticed the forum rules state "All Adverts Need A Price", so I need to think about a price ASAP, sorry.

 

[andy74]

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Well I've still not worked out what it's worth, so I'm going to say £150 or best offer.

Cheers,

Andrew.

 

[andy74]

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A few old photos...

 

[andy74]

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And a new photo...