Old Schwinn, need help determining model and if any value

[pixelsherpa]

I inherited an old Schwinn from my parents estate sale after my father passed. It could use some work, but not sure how to approach restoration so figured if its worth anything I should sell it to someone who can do a proper restoration. Can anyone provide some insights as to the model or year, or where I can learn more?

Full set of pics here:
http://jesstation.com/bike/

 

[late for dinner]

That is a very nice unspoiled survivor and the original paint, plated parts and mechanicals would be a pleasure for a hobbyist/collector to bring back to riding condition with high regard for its natural patina. The speedo, lock and bars are nice little bonus accessories that speak of it's history.
My initial general old bike instinct tells me that it is likely pre 1940, with the frame style, skip tooth chain and sweetheart sprocket, stand and long spring saddle.
There are plenty of smart Schwinn folk on this site that should enlighten us both shortly with accurate assessment as to history (serial # locations etc) and possible value.
Thank you for finding the RRB forum and sharing your bike with us.
Good Luck, She's a little beauty.

PS- Please post your location and you'll likely find a local member and a good home for the bike.

 

[Jarod24]

Amazing bike, 36-38/39 schwinn parallel bar roadster. Everything looks original to me besides the rear basket, grips and seat cover . Sent ya PM

 

[B607]

Agree with Jarod. 36-38 double bar roadster. No more double bars after 38. It's likely a BA-67 or a C-67. Guard don't match catalog pic for 37 or 38 so maybe a 36. I don't have a 36 catalog. The paint job is what gets me. I've never seen graphics like that on any Schwinn. I like it. I want it! Gary

 

[island schwinn]

what they said.super sweet curved bar roadster.I would be a buyer,but you already have interest,and I'm broke as usual.

 

[Dale Alan]

Very nice bike. You have quite a few dollars there,do some research before you sell it you will be surprised . Unless you are in need of quick money I would be patient and do yourself a favor. Just that speedo alone is worth quite some cash. Good luck with it.

 

[Chief]

Thinking a 38--double bar roadster. Chain guard is unique, as well as the paint. Serial number may help date it closer. Nice bike!!!

 

[Chief]

I have drifted away from schwinns--but they have a forum like RRB that might be of more assistance/research (purists)--http://www.schwinnbikeforum.com

 

[pixelsherpa]

What a great community! I appreciate all the great feedback, didnt expect it so quickly. Its nice to see such an active board.

I'll try and track down a serial number.

I am debating on whether to sell it or clean it up (carefully and correctly) - if any of you have a ballpark on value please pm me.

 

[azbug-i]

at first I thought 38, because of truss rod shape. but a 36 could have the round rods, can we get a shot of the bike without that seat cover on it.

 

[azbug-i]

I really couldn't say what year to be honest. a 1938 wouldn't have a hockey stick chain guard though, so to me seems like a 36 or 37. im leaning towards 37 though, due to seat and chain guard

 

[ChimeraCycle]

Pixelsherpa. You probably wont add to the value at all by cleaning it, no matter how you do it. Part of buying an original antique is getting to wipe off the years.

 

[pixelsherpa]

That is a very nice unspoiled survivor and the original paint, plated parts and mechanicals would be a pleasure for a hobbyist/collector to bring back to riding condition with high regard for its natural patina. The speedo, lock and bars are nice little bonus accessories that speak of it's history.
My initial general old bike instinct tells me that it is likely pre 1940, with the frame style, skip tooth chain and sweetheart sprocket, stand and long spring saddle.
There are plenty of smart Schwinn folk on this site that should enlighten us both shortly with accurate assessment as to history (serial # locations etc) and possible value.
Thank you for finding the RRB forum and sharing your bike with us.
Good Luck, She's a little beauty.

PS- Please post your location and you'll likely find a local member and a good home for the bike.

I am in Minneapolis MN

 

[Scribble]

I would say the value is around $350-700, depending on what parts are on it. It also matter's what type of demographic you have in your location, for me it's really hard to sell bikes for any more then $200 ware I live evan if there worth a lot more. If I was you I would fix it and ride the heck out of it

 

[Chief]

You have a great resource right in MN--The Cycling Museum of MN
http://www.cmm.bike/contact/

There is a local person that might be able to help you out, his name is Nick--he is big into vintage bicycles in MN.
https://www.facebook.com/nickinatorsvintagebicycles?fref=photo

Good luck!!

 

[pixelsherpa]

You have a great resource right in MN--The Cycling Museum of MN
http://www.cmm.bike/contact/

There is a local person that might be able to help you out, his name is Nick--he is big into vintage bicycles in MN.
https://www.facebook.com/nickinatorsvintagebicycles?fref=photo

Good luck!!

Thank you!