Re: [CR] Ebay Colnago / types of collectors

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Date: Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:52:13 -0400
From: "Edward Albert" <ealbert01@gmail.com>
To: <gwlone@yahoo.ca>
Cc: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Subject: Re: [CR] Ebay Colnago / types of collectors


Are we here AGAIN? Edward Albert Chappaqua, New York, U.S.A.

On Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 1:26 PM, <gwlone@yahoo.ca> wrote:
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> Hi list, I believe the discussion of the Colnago has become more of a
> polarization of differing camps regarding "collectability " {and implied
> value} of a given bike. I think it best we keep in mind that collectors come
> in many flavors. Some are interested only in mint original bikes {investment
> grade}, others want perfection in another direction, full nos panto,
> flawless deep chrome , paint such as few are capable of {and far beyond any
> 70's production bike} etc. Others myself included don't mind , and in fact
> may prefer a reasonable patina, and others yet are looking for a classy user
> in the sort of condition that won't cause the earth to stop revolving if
> someone knocks it over at a rest stop. All are collectors, and the Colnago
> in question will find a willing group of fans in at least a few of the
> categories of collectors out there. It is a very desirable model, in very
> nice condition. It won't fit the bill for many of the subgroups of
> collectors,, but it would be more than welcome in my modest stable. I am
> sure the eventual purchaser will find it to be money well spent.
> Greg Lone
> Langley B.C.
> Canada
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