19” 89 Explosif

[Stressed]

So it has!

 

[Spanky22b]

Well, that escalated quickly

Yep, i'm out. The more i've looked at it all your getting is the frame and forks only original part left is the chainset. The main things putting me off is firstly 3/4's of the brake noodle doodle has been cut off which makes me think the brake cable will rub on the seatstays running cantilevers. Secondly there's alot of rust around the frame which may or may not be fine and thirdly it'll need new decals, so basically you might aswell respray the frame.
Plus where i've circled not sure what's going on there
Shame because it's my size aswell but for once i'm keeping my sensible head on , can't believe i just said that
Some photos for comparison regarding the noodle doodle, first one are this bike 4th one my old 90 Explosif then my 90 Cindercone and then my 89 Explosif for comparison. Seller does say though that the noodle doodle has been cut off.

 

[27motorhead]

Plus where i've circled not sure what's going on there

I can only assume it's collateral damage from removing the noodle and covered over using the finest random colour paint they had lying around in the shed/garage. Would be a bit weary of that as they could have been a bit over zealous with saw/file/grinder during the removal and this area is already stressed with seatpost/QR action so wouldn't want it compromised any further. Wise to give it a miss unless you could physically see before you buy and you were happy with the price...

 

[L-Note]

If anyone is going to Glastonbury this week they can take a look! Seller is in Pilton

 

[swannymere]

Is it time to dig mine out of the shed??

 

[Spanky22b]

Is it time to dig mine out of the shed??

Id say yes to that

 

[Bawgixer]

Went for £330

 

[Spanky22b]

Went for £330

I think that was a fair price for it really bearing in mind the condition and the parts on it. I totally forgot about the auction because i was fixated on getting this finished, maiden test ride tonight for my 90 Cindercone