So… we like the bike and it rides well… but it's also pretty beat up and wasn't in full working condition. You can't see but has quite a few scratches and dings and marks that says somebody used it pretty heavily, but no the guy who owns it not apparently.
When we road it some of the gears were skipping and the chain probably needs replacement and the derailleur adjusted and makes me a bit scared needs a cassette too plus a tune-up. The bar tape was custom and a little worn. That's imagining putting $300 just to be in full working condition for long-term riding in between tune-up, chain, cassette, derailleur, tape and maybe something going wrong else.
The specs listed:
For Sale: Salsa Vaya (54cm) + Velo Orange fenders
Steel Frame
Shimano 105 group set (3 x 9)
170mm crank arms
Avid mechanical disc brakes
Schwalbe Marathon tires for commuting (700c)
Velo Orange fenders and attaching hardware
Sun Ringle Inferno 700c wheels
We're caught because a Salsa Vaya 3 in it's guts is a pretty perfect bike for long-haul touring we're thinking of doing, having an older bike reduces some of the rural travel fears, but think it's pretty far out of a reasonable price range given the condition. It was listed for $800 with fenders and when realized the chain needs replacement and a full tune-up offered to adjust. But my gut says a 10 year old bike that's very obviously been ridden and used hard that needs tune-up with potential new parts (And 105 parts at that) would be more like the $400ish range. But even then we'll be out a couple extra hundred to be up to feel comfortable touring. Am I wrong? Does Salsa command that kind of resale value?
by DavidLonghini
4 Comments
Outdated groupset, mechanical disk brakes, 10 years old. For me it isn’t worth that price.
Great frame and easily worth the money in the long term. I’d probably offer $600
Comment about outdated groupset is ridiculous. Same for mechanical disc brakes. The delta on performance is imo totally meaningless irl unless you are descending with a heavy load in the rain.
The mechanical consideration here is quick release on a disc brake. This is not an every day issue but it does add a minute or two on to a tube swap spent to ensure proper alignment. It’s really not a big deal.
You mentioned “beat up”. I can’t see frame damage or dents, just paint chips and those are bound to happen (and easily repaired).
I’d web search the cost of a replacement chain and cassette.
Can’t see the cassettes condition. Look for “shark teeth” or pointed peaks rather than flat tops. If the teeth look ok gear shift issues are likely due to a misaligned derailleur. So take a look at it and be sure the set screws appear unfrozen or at least not rusty.
Typically a tune up should cost maybe 125? Call around your area to be sure.
$150.
The Salsa Vaya Frames are excellent. That Smokey Blue Robinson color is still amazing. Those Vayas last a long time and provide excellent performance. It could be a great bike for the right buyer – I would offer $600.