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MY PERSONAL FAVORITE ROAD BIKE EVER MADE BY SCHWINN!
Here is an original 1978 VINTAGE (I BELIEVE made December 13th 1987. The head badge number is 3477. Frame serial number is L723435?) mens SCHWINN Le Tour Model III 10-speed road touring bicycle with 27\" wheels. (MODEL LT-3) It is in the original and very appealing PEARL ORANGE colored factory paint. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this color and I believe this is the only model Schwinn ever used this on! If you like BETTER QUALITY vintage original road bikes, this may be a great bike for you. It was always stored inside in a clean dry area. With the insanely high price of gas (and the economy being bad) now is the time to ride a cool vintage bike!
*This bike has a cool mens lightweight butted tubing frame with original paint and decals, chrome tip forks, Schwinn Chicago head badge, aluminum drop style aluminum handlebars, \"S\" (Schwinn) aluminum neck, aluminum twin stick shifters, aluminum 3-piece cranks, vintage Schwinn road bike seat/saddle, Le Tour rear derailleur, rat trap pedals, center pull brakes, and more! I believe this bike to be basically all original parts from when it was new! (see pics and be your own judge. I took lots and have nothing to hide!)
*This bike came from the original owner who bought it new!
*The tires are 27x1 1/4\". They are slightly newer replacement and do hold air. The bike has 2 slightly different style upgraded lightweight aluminum rims front and rear with a QUICK RELEASE front AND rear hubs.
*The bike is an original 10-SPEED and the gears do operate. The hand controlled brakes are operable as well. (May need fine tuning adjustment)
*DIMENSIONS The standover height is approx 33\". The distance from the floor to the top of the seat post clamp is approx 33\". The distance from the center of the crank to the top of the seat post clamp is approx 23\". The center of the handlebar stem to the center of the seat post is approx 2/2\". The bike will accomadate most any rider comfortably. The seat height is easy to adjust.
*NOTED FLAWS I got this one just like you see it. LOVE the fact that it wears its original paint and is such a cool color. (has chips scratches etc...) There is some small black tar spots on the frame which should come off. (I did not have any bug and tar remover here) Chrome is shiny but not perfect show quality. Both wheels have a slight wobble when you spin them. (most every used bike out there seems to) This style road bike almost never comes up for sale! Great to display with your Paramount, Voyaguer, or Super Sport! If you click on any of the pics they get very large to show lots of detail. Please take a look at all pics for exact condition and email with any questions before you offer.
*This appears to be a fairly nice original unmolested bicycle unless otherwise noted. A great bike to ride on relaxing days through the park or to the beach. Also would be a nice item to display in a shop, restaurant, rec room, sports bar, etc. Stand out from the crowd and be the envy of people who see you riding by. People will enjoy seeing you on your vintage bike! A great classic bike at a great price,
*A NOTE IN REGARDS TO SHIPPING! Sometimes the guys who pack for me have to get a little creative to ship these taller frame bikes. They usually end up removing both wheels and packing the bike in the box upside down. They have done this a number of times successfully with no issues. Not a big deal but just wanted to give you a heads up. (sometimes they can get away with leaving the rear wheel attached and simply letting the air out of the tire) Its really the only way anyone on would be able to ship a bike this size. I hope you enjoy it!
*Why not ride a bike? You will live longer, feel better, and save $$$ vs of the insanely high cost of gasoline. If you are looking for a fun bike to ride and enjoy this may be it! A nice bike to cruise the beach or your local park! Priced way less than a dime store bike that wont be around 5 years from now, much less 30+ years like this one! Please give this bike a good home and DON\'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! Classic bikes are very cool because not everyone on the block has one! People love to see and talk about and ride these classic bikes! They are more popular now than ever before!
*This may be a great Birthday or other special holiday gift for someone! It is never too soon to think ahead and get someone something they may really like!! This starts reasonably with ABSOLUTELY so offer early and don\'t miss out! These are getting to be hard to find in any condition and to my knowledge, have not been reproduced.
*Sold as is simply because it is used. I try my very best to describe as accurately as possible and disclose anything I am aware of about the bike. PLEASE NOTE that many of the bikes I list have listed have been in long term storage and have not been regularly ridden in a while.(not a bad thing) They may need standard tuning, greasing, may have old tires, surface rust etc. I try to be as honest as possible and never want to disappoint anyone. If you have any questions regarding any specific things concerning the bike, please feel feel to ASK via emali before you offer. Keep in mind you are offerding on a 30+ year old bike that is not a brand new bicycle so it may need minor tuning, cables or cable adjustment, if tires are original, they may or may not have sidewall cracks, etc. I try to be as honest as I can and disclose anything I know about the bike. I want you to be happy with your new vintage purchase but please understand the bike may need some tlc to be road ready.
*By offerding please understand that you are purchasing a used bicycle that may or may not need tlc. If I notice an issue, I always try to note it in the sale listing. I want you to be excited about your new bike and hope you really enjoy your new vintage ride for years to come. Be sure to check out all pics and email with any questions you may have before you offer regarding condition, mechanical items, etc.
*NOTE REGARDING SHIPPING YOUR BIKE Your bike will be partially disassembled and shipped to you in a factory bicycle box. We try our best to package the bicycles carefully to avoid any unnecessary damage caused in transit however, scratches etc are possible to happen in transit which we have no control over once shipped. We try to package well so the bike arrives to you in the same condition as it left us.
*SHIPPING COSTS: Fed Ex, USPS, as well as UPS have recently raised their shipping rates due to the higher cost of fuel. Sorry for the slight increase in shipping costs.
*PLEASE NOTE, I WILL NO LONGER BE SHIPPING FULL SIZE BIKES OUTSIDE OF THE USA. This is due to the high cost of shipping and customs. If you are anywhere outside the lower 48 States including Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico contact me before you offer as shipping will cost more. Fed Ex just increased the rates. I can ship to AK, HI, or PR for approx $199.95. This is a 10+ day service and includes packing. This i the best deal I can get to ship to these locations. Please do not offer if this is unacceptable. I always try to keep things as reasonable as I can. If you have a friend or family member in the lower 48 states, I can ship to them for the amount stated in the listing. THANK YOU!
*I have lots of other rare bicycles, bike parts and bike accessories, as well as vintage car parts and unique items on sale this week! Check them out! krate Combine items to save yourself $$$ on shipping! Email with any questions you may have.
