The Pro's Closet at it again

[spoonrobot]

Used bicycles retaining, or appreciating in value (from their new sale price) is something I've so rarely seen; the sale of that Lauf is surprising to me. Bicycles historically appreciated similar to automobiles, where the act of original purchase decreases the future resale value significantly. Nevermind actually using the thing.

I bought a new 105-level Diamondback gravel bike in 2017, looking around online I believe I could sell it for about 20% more than I paid direct from the manufacturer - 5 years ago. Despite the high mileage and worn components. How often has this been true in modern history?

I don't think NOS Campagnolo stuff from a decade+ really has much relevance. Everyone knows rare, in demand, items sell for more. Conceptually equivalent would be something like the GRX crankset which is in stock new for $135 - selling on TPC vintage 2019, used for $180. Not rare, maybe in demand, interesting why it would sell for more than the street price.