For Sale: Royce Union folding bike

[Eatontkd]

Posting this for my neighbor: I know nothing of these bikes but have seen them here and thought some of you may be interested.
Note Pictures, they tell the story. I didn't get the serial number but if you're that serious, I can. It appears to be a really nice condition mid '60's? Single-speed with coaster and front brake. Will clean up very well. He's asking $90.00 as it stands... Let me know if you want any further info.
Doug

 

[SophieFry]

A good bike, but to restore it will be hard work. Rusty chain. rusty bushes are not clear on the photo what with the cables in the braking system.And repaint the frame is needed too, as it is seen that in some places it is very scratched and damaged. But if somebody has enough time, it will be just sweet.

 

[kreika]

A good bike, but to restore it will be hard work. Rusty chain. rusty bushes are not clear on the photo what with the cables in the braking system.And repaint the frame is needed too, as it is seen that in some places it is very scratched and damaged. But if somebody has enough time, it will be just sweet.

This bike is in great original condition! Oil on the chain will get rid of the rust. Not sure where you see rusty bushes? Just give them a trim. Lol

Cool og bike. Glwts!

 

[SophieFry]

This bike is in great original condition! Oil on the chain will get rid of the rust. Not sure where you see rusty bushes? Just give them a trim. Lol

Cool og bike. Glwts!

This is the 1970 Royce union folding, and I'm not saying that it's in a disgusting state, it's been well preserved and taken care of. Rust is noticeable to the naked eye on the frame, while it's okay, but that would have served the bike for another 40 years, it should be well cleaned from rust and painted over with varnish.

 

[SophieFry]

BTW, 90 bucks is very good price, much more shabby on eBay costs 150 http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-1970S-ROYCE-UNION-FOLDING-BICYCLE-/251743123527

 

[kreika]

This is the 1970 Royce union folding, and I'm not saying that it's in a disgusting state, it's been well preserved and taken care of. Rust is noticeable to the naked eye on the frame, while it's okay, but that would have served the bike for another 40 years, it should be well cleaned from rust and painted over with varnish.

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A bike can only be original once! Those tiny spots you circled could be removed with polishing compound. This original paint could last another 100 years if kept in proper conditions. Varnish? Yikes!

 

[bjoesun]

Hello,
I see that this was posted a long time ago ... Is it still available?

 

[Eatontkd]

Hello,
I see that this was posted a long time ago ... Is it still available?

No. Sorry. It's been sold...