Kona 1997 Explosif in Team Mustard

[sheppf1000]

Hi, wanting to sell this 1997 Explosif 16 inch. Full XT other than the crank and shifters. Light use and only a few chips on the frame. Any idea on ball park price? Thank you

 

[al-onestare]

In my experience, this is probably the the worst time to sell anything bike related. The bottom has well and truly fallen away.

Previously north of £300 could be achieved. These days...who knows...

Anyway, it's the best Kona frame I've ever ridden so good luck with the sale.

 

[sheppf1000]

In my experience, this is probably the the worst time to sell anything bike related. The bottom has well and truly fallen away.

Previously north of £300 could be achieved. These days...who knows...

Anyway, it's the best Kona frame I've ever ridden so good luck with the sale.

Thanks, it’s a lovely frame!

 

[JCS]

Although the market seems quite flat, nice/rare bikes and components still seems to move quick.
My advice would be to give it a good clean and take some nice photos (ie on a plain background). If you are on FB, put it up for sale on the Kona / vintage MTB groups - those groups seem quite active.
Ref price, you could also search FB to see any recent prices.
Offhand I would think put it up for around 500 or 600 and see what offers you get?

 

[sheppf1000]

They I was thinking £500ish as it’s a 16. It’s in great condition and definitely not ridden much. Only paint defects are chips from storage I think. Thanks for replying

 

[synchronicity]

I personally don't think you will get £500ish.

It really depends on how much you want to keep it or sell it.
You yourself said "wanting to sell".

That usually means offering a low enough price that someone [eventually] takes you up on your offer.

 

[Sunny6672]

Hiya, what did it sell for in the end? I've a similar bike a few years older. Thinking of selling.

 

[sheppf1000]

Hiya, what did it sell for in the end? I've a similar bike a few years older. Thinking of selling.

£350