Is this bike worth the money?

[Accy cyclist]

I'm toying with the idea of buying as new bike(again!) I've seen this http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/road-bike-cube-gtc-pro/1071166504 what do you reckon? A bargain or could it be dodgy with a hairline fracture in the frame etc? Also has anyone bought second hand under such conditions before? Thanks for any replies!

 

[vickster]

Anything is possible with a carbon frame, you just can't tell

This isn't quite as good spec but a deal for a new bike if it's the right size. The gumtree one is a 54cm, and note the Cube frames come up small

Also, unless you are going to Ireland, you'd be at the mercy of a courier which can all end in tears with carbon frames as someone recently found out. You'd not know if it was already damaged or damaged in transit. To be fair, CRC ship from Ireland too but will be properly insured

 

[jdtate101]

I'd say it's a fair price. Not quite full ultegra groupo, cheaper cranks and cheap wheels (but solid) and considering the age and condition...I'd say yes...good bargain...

 

[vickster]

Only the rear derailleur is Ultegra looking at the ad

 

[Accy cyclist]

Now i've seen this http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sed/r...dition?part=SE14RIBEVOPROSUMMER&sub=conf_SERW The factory is only 15 miles from where i live so i suppose i could see the thing in the flesh before i decide to buy or not. Any thoughts on this please?

 

[vickster]

Discussion here

http://www.cyclechat.net/threads/ribble-4600-evo-pro-carbom.157899/

 

[Cycleops]

It's secondhand so you pays your money and you takes your chance.