Is this old Walmart Sting Ray worth buying?

[Redd Rockett]

I'm just wondering if this bike is worth the $50 the seller is asking? They were $88 at Walmart when they came out. My friend says it's a turd and not to buy it. Just wondering what you guys think.

 

[Wildcat]

It depends on what you have planned. If you wanted a ratty looking stingray it would be good. To get it looking good like a real Stingray, you would have to spend some bucks. Here's a guy who bought some new parts but could have gotten a real one for about the same amount when it was all said and done.


The rust isn't surface rust on that bike. It's gone. The chrome was poor on that bike. Mechanically though it looks to be a solid bike, pedals aren't scuffed up nor is the seat or handlebar grips. They have some training wheel brackets on there, so maybe it hasn't seen much wear except for the rust. You might just air up the tires and add some oil and lube and you're riding for 50 bucks.
I'd offer half that amount and go from there.

 

[musclebikemadman]

I'd offer half that amount and go from there.

Yep

 

[kingfish254]

If you are considering it for collectability, then do not buy it. There is zero collectable value in these. They also have some of the worst chrome life ever for any bike out there.
HOWEVER, if you want it to enjoy the fun of a banana seat muscle bike, then get it. You'll have free reign to customize it anyway you like without worrying about hurting it's value. Build something cool and have fun with it.

 

[musclebikemadman]

There are a few versions of these re productions this is not the one to buy.

 

[Captain Awesome]

That there is a $10 bike

But a good way to get your feet wet in the upcoming MBBO

Some paint and a few bits could make her a nice rider just not collectible

 

[Pondo]

I'd offer half that amount and go from there.

HOWEVER, if you want it to enjoy the fun of a banana seat muscle bike, then get it. You'll have free reign to customize it anyway you like without worrying about hurting it's value. Build something cool and have fun with it.

But a good way to get your feet wet in the upcoming MBBO

Agreed. That looks like a fun project to me. I'd offer less and then have fun with it!

 

[Redd Rockett]

There are a few versions of these re productions this is not the one to buy.

That there is a $10 bike

But a good way to get your feet wet in the upcoming MBBO

Some paint and a few bits could make her a nice rider just not collectible

What is MBBO?

 

[Pondo]

What is MBBO?

MBBO = Muscle Bike Build Off = Fun

 

[Redd Rockett]

MBBO = Muscle Bike Build Off = Fun

Oh! Okay thanks!

 

[Captain Awesome]

What is MBBO?

https://ratrodbikes.com/forums/class-1-muscle-bike-2021-build-journals.222/

https://ratrodbikes.com/categories/muscle-bike-winter-build-off-2019.182/

Just examples

 

[Pondo]

Also check out some of the amazing transformations by @CRASH
https://ratrodbikes.com/threads/crashs-bike-build-page.101575/His meticulous work is very inspiring!

 

[markthatcher1]

Nice pic though. The seat looks like he was eating a greasy cheesesteak and was hovering over it to get the kickstand down.

 

[robbie boardz]

you buy it i give 150 plus shipping if you send it to me

 

[musclebikemadman]

Nice pic though. The seat looks like he was eating a greasy cheesesteak and was hovering over it to get the kickstand down.

I think that is the sexy wet look supposed to get you all hot and bothered. A greasy cheese steak would do a better job of that.

 

[Redd Rockett]

you buy it i give 150 plus shipping if you send it to me

Wow I didn't see that coming. Guess I missed out on that one.