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1949 color flow

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kermit

Finally riding a big boys bike
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Found this ladies color flow and I'm new to the balloon tire bicycle. This appears to be complete right down to the tires according to the owner. The seat is not correct. It is in old primer and I'm in hopes it will come off easily...My problem is I don't know what a fair price is .... anyone?? Thanks Dave
 
Is this the one that has been on craigslist in Florida? I know he was asking $225 & he told me his bottom dollar is $200.
 
Color Flow

I have four of these Color Flows. The one you have pictured looks like it will need extensive restoration. That bike is worth maximum $200.00 IMO.
Also, it's hard to tell from your picture, but it looks more like a '52 or '53. Below is a picture of my '51 that I fully restored. The 1951 and earlier had the two
vertical sets od truss rods like mine pictured. After '51, they had one long set of truss rods and a smaller one horizontally attached to it. Also, after '51 they didn't have the J.C.Higgins
chrome name plates on the rear rack. Once restored, these are very classy looking bikes.
Good luck with whatever decision you make................Wayne
 

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This is the one in Florida. As mentioned, The seat is incorrect as are the grips.It has been for sale foooooorrrreeevvvvveeeerrr. Make an offer,If it was me selling it-I would be tired of having to keep posting on craigslist...
-Kreep-
 
This is the one in Florida. As mentioned, The seat is incorrect as are the grips.It has been for sale foooooorrrreeevvvvveeeerrr. Make an offer,If it was me selling it-I would be tired of having to keep posting on craigslist...
-Kreep-
 
Well I made an offer and he took it.. I'm now an owner of a J C Higgins.. My first balloon tire..I was inspired by Wayne's beautiful green machine.... Now the fun begins Dave
 
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