56 Columbia

[Monark52]

Here`s a bike i picked up over the weekend off Craigslist, it just needs tires and cleaning. I have a question about it...is this what they call a "coffin tank" model? It had a headlight which i`m assuming was a torpedo.

Any estimates on the value? I paid next to nothing for it and i`m starting to really like it and may keep it. Thanks for any help.

 

[Strings-n-Spokes]

That is the coffin tank.

I don't know what their value is, but what a great bike!!!

If you decide not to keep it let me know. The only Columbia that I have is this, and I wish I had something that represented the brand better.

Shane

 

[Gordon]

Hey neighbor

Shane, if you ever get to the Eastern part of your great state, look me up and I'll show you my bikes. I have a nice little 24 inch boys Columbia balloon tire that wouldn't set you back too much. I'm in Williston, ND.

 

[Strings-n-Spokes]

Thanks Neighbor!

Likewise if you ever make it this way. Jen and I would love to show off the bikes to someone who appreciates them.

Regards
Shane

 

[balloontirecruiser]

Nice Columbia! How bad is the chrome? It doesn't look all too bad... with a cleaning and polishing that would bike look really nice. Great find.

 

[Monark52]

The stem is kinda crusty and the wheels are too far gone but everything else should clean up well.

I was thinking about painting the rims the same color as the bike, or maybe put a used set of wheels on it.

So many projects!