i haven’t had a bike in years and my gf and i have talked about getting back into riding for a while and found this old peugeot locally for 80 bucks. idk anything about buying a used bike, but it looks in decent shape. anything that sticks out to you more experienced riders?
by bradjenk
34 Comments
Yes
Yes. In my market any bike that will get you to work tomorrow sells for $200 or so.
Fuck yeah it is. I wouldn’t pay over $100. That’s a logical price.
It’s friction shifters so it’s going to take some getting used too. There on the stem at least though.
It’s absolutely worth 80 bucks, but it might not be very enjoyable given how old the shifting is.
That is a very large frame. Are you 6′ 2″ or taller?
Chrome rims.. they lose significant braking power in the rain. So ride accordingly if it wet outside
Also, new tires. Can’t tell from the pic, but a they may be dried and flaky. If they are 27×1-1/8”, then size up and get 27×1-1/4 for more cush and handling.
Nope.
Aside from it being French, it’s worth it to me
This is a frame sized for a rather tall person. If the bike fits you it is a good deal.
No. It’s needs new tires and probably tubes. You may spend $100 getting it running well.
Any working bike is worth $80 imo. Other commenter has already point it out but that’s a very tall bike for a very tall person so make sure it fits you before you commit
Nope it has a kickstand! Lol
Hope you’re tall, because that’s a huge frame.
Yes if you’re super tall and can change a tire/tube. If you’re under 6’3” keep looking. I’m 6’1” and wouldn’t ride that bike. But would snap it up if I was a little taller.
Yes. If it is an original Peugeot is worth for those bucks
Anyone else have concerns about the skull in the background?
Oh, if it fits, no question—yes. If it were me, I’d replace the tires and tubes immediately. Once I got round to it, I’d switch to flat bars and invest in Microshift or other similarly cheap but decent shifters and derailleurs, possibly some new brakes and saddle. It would make a great city bike.
If you’re looking for a bike to get into touring, racing, or even serious recreational riding—basically, anything involving Lycra—then you should probably up your budget and look elsewhere.
If it fits and you like the feel of an old bike it is.
As it’s been said it’s going to need tires and tubes at a minimum. If you’re lucky the cables are still good and then it will be rideable.
One thing of note. I had one of these years ago and the front derailleur aka the thingy that shifts the front set of gears..many were made of with a plastic ( can’t recall the actual name) and they become fragile with age.
Not a big deal but if it breaks it leaves you stuck and as is you’re getting closer to $200 and fwiw. You can get a The Ozark Trail 700c G.1 Explorer flatbar bike for about $260 brand new in the correct size from Walmart which will have all new parts and disc brakes. The brakes alone are kind of worth it. And a larger tire which makes for a nicer ride.
I’ll give you $90 for it
Yes, just for the old branding and classic old mechanics. Be a nice showpiece if nothing else
That’s a really cool bike, no doubt. I had a Peugeot mountain bike in the 80s so I’m nostalgic for them when I see those colors, but you’re not going to like a bike that old. Those wheels look super narrow and the. Ike looks huge, your back is going to ache and your bones are going to shake.
It’s a good price for the bike if you’re a mechanic and you wanted to restore it as a hobby, but for riding you should spend a little more and get something more updated in my opinion.
Depends on if you actually use it or not!
Yes!!!
Hell yes. I would buy it. It’s so cool.
I had a peguot in high school, late 80’s my military father brought it back from Germany for me until it got stolen. I am looking for the exact model to purchase. They were great bikes when they came out.
Damn yeah, and that rare big frame I need desperately. Are you also 2 meters tall?
Yep
Those shifters alone are worth it
Yeah but offer $60 first.
I’d pay $80 just for the frame
Yes
yes
you need to be about 6’2 though
wheels seem to be chrome steel – not great
stem shifters – again, not the highest-end bike new
gears are not low enough for moderate hills
Yup
With the original fork, really nice. I‘d restomod the hell out of this