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Welcome! Would love to see some pics of the bike. I'd encourage the post under the ID / Valuation section OR Fresh Finds. Someone should be able to pinpoint the year for you. Also, I've used tinfoil and coke... Works ok for cleaning some surface rust. You could also try some polishes after that...

Reproduction as mentioned above. I've come across these and people often think they are worth more than what they are. Still neat bike if you want something (modern with an old look) to ride around town with. It will fool most people who don't know much about those bikes. P.S. take the...

People will often "restore" their bikes to that condition... you have original : ) Thanks for sharing a piece of unharmed history. Both bikes are extreamly nice! I'd have to say I'm more impressed with the condition of the boys bike. Those are always beat up : )

I agree with ChicagoMuscleGuy. To bring it back to original condition it will cost you more time and money vs. what you would get out of it. I'd try to flip it as is.

Thanks Black Monark. By the way, awesome build on the 1935 "silver beauty" very well done! Anyone else have any input on value for the second bike? I do believe it's a Schwinn per answer above and further examination of bike. Just trying to figure out if I should scrap it for parts and use the...

The bike looks at least 90% original, from what I can see. Personally in this condition I'd value it at $200-$250. A recovered seat could still run you $50-$100. If you want original it could be more (depending condition.) If you plan to keep the bike it would clean up well and be worth the...

Hello Everyone, Just looking for a little help to see what I have and if they hold any value for restoring / parting out 1. I think this first bike is a Firestone Pilot - at least that's what the head badge says. Looks to have been repainted, but still a cool bike with some potential. With new...

The look is cool and the rust adds to it! That would look cool hanging on the wall OR maybe use the frame for a build off : )

Yes, it is marked Mesinger. I could tell it had an "M" and could not makeout anything else. All the help and insight is much appreciated.

Gary, thanks for the help! I had been thinking it may of been for a girl as I've never come across one that big on a guys bike : )

Seat came off a 1935 Aluminum hawthorne, but I'm not sure it is original. The seat feels to be an old leather, metal pan - has some letters engraved into the center of the seat leather, but I cannot make it out. The wording almost looks to be in cursive. Anyway, just trying to figure out what...

Best thing would be to look on eBay to see what they have sold for in the past. You could also try Craigslist, but major difference between asking price and actual value someone will pay. Sorry I can't be a direct assistance on the value. Good luck!

Cool bike man... Nice build and a unique look that will turn heads! What size of wheels did you go with?

Cool pics / design, thanks for sharing! Would love to own the wood road version, but I think I'll pass on the price. Then again, it is a piece or rolling art!

With the seat position #2 for style & comfort. Although, #1 would be a close second vote for me

Agree, dig that seat positioning. Nice work!

Unique... Best part you build a "head turner" on a good budget. Keep up the great work!!!

Very coo, nice work!!! I love the handle bars on those bikes as well.

I'd love for my garage to look that way someday!!! Also, sounds like you have a keeper for a wife, she obviously allows you to have that space as yours :D