MUSEUM
$GUIDE
OFFER
WANT
SERVICE
SPECIAL
ABOUT
CONTACT

Speedbicycles PRICE GUIDE

Historic racing and lightweight bikes should always be assessed individually like standard on historic racing cars and -motorbikes. Original racing bikes vary in frame sizes and in the quality of the equipment. Manufacturers supplied frames in various qualities (weight/workmanship) and offered these to their dealers to build. Bicycles of demonstrably prominent ownership achieve a premium. Correspondingly large is the variety of almost identical bikes and thus a discrepancy in value.

Because the market situation for collector's bicycles is constantly changing, Speedbicycles no longer publishes general prices for the bicycles exhibited in the Speedbicycles VIRTUAL MUSEUM, but will be happy to provide a current price estimate for an individual bicycle on display upon request. Of course, we are also happy to provide an estimate of the value of a bicycle that is being offered on a platform or by an individual seller or that comes from your own private possession. Please send enquiries to: stefan@speedbicycles.ch

 

What is a market value ?
The market value defines a price that could be obtained from a short-term sale.

What is a collector value ?
The collector value may differ significantly from the market value. It is possible that individual fans are willing to pay up to a multiple of the market value for a particular model.

What is a dealer price ?
The dealer price is usually above the market value. It should be noted whether and which effort a provider gives with its offer*.

 

Rating
The overall condition of a bicycle is rated from 1-6. Devided in 0.25 steps:
1 = Immaculate. No defects. Complete and perfect.
2 = Good. Slight signs of usage. Original or professional restored.
3 = Used. Without major defects. Ready to ride and safe to ride.
4 = Abused. Limited ready to ride.
5 = Bad. Inadequate. Not ready to ride. Not necessarily complete.
6 = Scrap. Only for display use or very rare bicycles.


* Bicycles are offered in all conceivable conditions: from scrap metal through negligent workmanship or quick pimping for profit to high professional work-up. An original condition is more appreciated than a restoration. If you have concerns about buying or selling, the assessment by an expert is recommended.

 

 

 

Basel Switzerland, February 18, 2026
Adjustments/changes reserved