Submitted by mustang_man on Wed, 11/13/2013 - 15:19
I'm just curious as to the current value of my CCM Cobra in its current condition, and also what it would be worth if it had the tall sissy, chainguard and correct front wheel on it.
Submitted by ccmusclebikes on Wed, 11/13/2013 - 22:06.
It's hard to tell the condition of the paint from your pictures. I bought a similarly complete one last year for $250 and was more than happy, at that price.
The Cobra is not only rare, but also one of the more desired bikes.
Sissybars are somewhat hard to find.
Value depends on what people are willing to pay. You might be surprised.
Submitted by mustang_man on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 01:13.
Well I paid $270 for mine. It is in better shape than the pictures show. The chrome is near perfect everywhere but the handlebars, and the paint has few scratches and is still perfectly shiny. Seat doesn't have any tears and the grips are perfect.. I know where I can get the sissybar I need with the diamond insert and everything. I also know what happened to the original parts and the previous owner still has the chainguard "somewhere" apparently. I live in Alberta, and I've found that old bikes in general are very difficult to find in any salvageable condition in my area. Usually you only see cheap japanese 10 speeds from the 80s that are totally wrecked. The only CCM's I've found are this Cobra, a 51 28er, and a girls 24 in. Rambler from the mid 60s. Just giving you a picture of the bike scene where I live. I actually have a fairly in-depth history on this Cobra, and why certain parts were changed, if you want to hear it.
Submitted by ccmusclebikes on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 03:04.
Sounds great. You got a good deal.
Things are quite weak in Manitoba also. Patience usually pays off. I did find a few sweet ones here, but miss out on a lot seen in other provinces. Which is probably a good thing. I could end up having too too many otherwise. :-)
It's hard to tell the condition of the paint from your pictures. I bought a similarly complete one last year for $250 and was more than happy, at that price.
The Cobra is not only rare, but also one of the more desired bikes.
Sissybars are somewhat hard to find.
Value depends on what people are willing to pay. You might be surprised.
What province are you in?
Well I paid $270 for mine. It is in better shape than the pictures show. The chrome is near perfect everywhere but the handlebars, and the paint has few scratches and is still perfectly shiny. Seat doesn't have any tears and the grips are perfect.. I know where I can get the sissybar I need with the diamond insert and everything. I also know what happened to the original parts and the previous owner still has the chainguard "somewhere" apparently. I live in Alberta, and I've found that old bikes in general are very difficult to find in any salvageable condition in my area. Usually you only see cheap japanese 10 speeds from the 80s that are totally wrecked. The only CCM's I've found are this Cobra, a 51 28er, and a girls 24 in. Rambler from the mid 60s. Just giving you a picture of the bike scene where I live. I actually have a fairly in-depth history on this Cobra, and why certain parts were changed, if you want to hear it.
Sounds great. You got a good deal.
Things are quite weak in Manitoba also. Patience usually pays off. I did find a few sweet ones here, but miss out on a lot seen in other provinces. Which is probably a good thing. I could end up having too too many otherwise. :-)