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Merckx MX-Leader value?
Hey everyone,
I'm trying to figure out a fair price for a complete Merckx MX-Leader, larger size frame (57-58), that I have a chance to buy. It's in very good condition, unique paint scheme (though not a team bike) and apparently owned by a former pro (with his name printed on the tt). Looks like it has mostly Campy components, including Shamal rims, Ergo shifters, and Delta brakes, plus Fizik saddle. Incidentally, I can't find info online about MXL production years. I really like the bike itself (prior ownership doesn't matter much but is a nice plus, although hard to verify 100% as I doubt the seller can provide any documentation of this) and would be willing to pay a fair market price, but the seller is asking a LOT and I don't want to pay a stupid above-market price for it. I'm sure you all know what I mean...I'm the type that tends to go overboard once I fall for something, so I figured I'd get me some advice. In any case, thanks for any and all opinions. -Rayomatic |
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Was it a custom build for the original owner or does it have stock geometry ? Is it an MXL (flipped TT and special Merckx lugs) or a Max (standard MAX lugs) ? Although I realize the seller is selling it complete is your primary interest in the frameset, frameset and parts, provenance ? In other words are the parts and provenance worth $$ to you ?
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Based on my unscientific eBay monitoring, very good condition Merckx steel frames seem to go for about $600 to $900, maybe a little higher for a highly desired paint scheme. For a complete bike with quality period components in excellent shape, I would say $1200 to $1500, maybe up to as high as $1,800 of you are in love with it.
It is always interesting to me that Merckx top-tier steel frames typically go for much less than similar Colnago frames. |
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thanks for the reply
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I like the complete bike, parts and all, and would keep/ride it as-is (maybe some new tires and bar tape down the line). The provenance is just a little icing on the cake...it wasn't Eddy but another Belgian racer. |
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I am in love with it, which is what makes it a dangerous situation for my wallet. Here's a pic. BTW: Cinelli stem and handlebars. |
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I think Fishbike's numbers are right on for standard tubing. Add $$ when it's just what you want, have been waiting years for, is the right size, etc If the sticker says MXL than 99% sure it's an MXL, in general more desirable than a MAX Merckx. Are the parts top of the line, Dura Ace or Campy Chorus/Record, I assume 8 spd ? With your wanting to ride it as is I'd go as high as $2k if it's near mint, just what you want and ± a few hundred $ isn't going to put you into a painful place. If the seller is asking is the $3k neighborhood it may be hard to deal with him on realistic terms. Edit: Just saw your pic, Campy Record with five pivot last gen Deltas, Shamals and a beautiful paintjob. If you have the means I don't think upping the ante is out of the question. Worth and worth-to-you are two very different things. If $3k gets it and you're OK with it, you couldn't duplicate it today for under $6k. Last edited by donevwil; 05-15-2014 at 03:57 PM. Reason: update |
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This is the MXL Eddy made for Patrick Sercu, right?
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That's the name, and that's the claim! Can't find a pic of Patrick riding it, though...
Last edited by Rayomatic; 05-15-2014 at 04:03 PM. |
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Is that Belgium paint ? Guess so.
Only one set of bottle braze-ons, none on the seat tube ? That would suggest custom. Last edited by donevwil; 05-15-2014 at 04:04 PM. |
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Belgian
Yep, Belgian flag colours.
Last edited by Rayomatic; 05-15-2014 at 04:03 PM. |
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So the Merckx - Patrick Sercu relationship is significant and adds a lot to the value IMO.
Merckx.jpg |
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I wouldn't want to be the only one who thinks the Sercu connection makes it worth more, as I'd be stuck if I ever had to sell it, which is a big reason why I wanted to get some other opinions. |
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Here's a story of some kids playing around with it:
http://fyxo.co/reports/a-sunday-in-h...ris-roobaix/#1 |
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The Sercu bike is more than I would pay, but it's one of a kind. If that means there's another buyer who would pay close to that price is another question. It's been for sale a LOOOOOOOOOOONG time.
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merckx, mx-leader, valuation |
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