Wanted: Dawes Duchess or similar

HappyHarry

Hi Folks,

Looking for a 17" Dawes Duchess or similar for the GF to commute with.
Will consider something similar preferable dutch style, 3 to 7 gears, step through frame & mudguards.


Thanks.

FoghornLeghorn

Just sent you a private message on this-meant to just reply here.

I have a 17" Dawes Duchess (dark purple). I got it last Sept/Oct new and it hasn't really been used as much as I'd have liked.
It's in great condition.

It's a lovely bike and I'm only selling it because I'm going away for the year and need the money to get a bike while I'm away.

It due a service so I could get that done soon.

Let me know how much you were looking to pay.

Thanks!

High Nellie

I'd be interested in this if poster doesn't come back to you.
How much and where are you?

ckeego

I'm also interested in this bike for my wife if first poster pulls out. Please let me know. Cash waiting.:)

HappyHarry

Hi,

Thanks for your reply. I'll need to check with her but I'd imagine €150 - €180 depending on condition. She worked out that on the BTW scheme it would cost her €260 after tax savings new, but didn't want to buy new as it'll be left outside quite a bit.

Is it a 17" frame? Where can it be seen?


Thanks - HappyHarry

FoghornLeghorn

Hi Luke,

Thanks for the interest but I was looking to get a bit more than that for it-it's not that old and is in really good condition.
I think new they're about €395.

Thanks

HappyHarry

I saw one in the a shop in Rathmines a couple of weeks ago for €380, for a brand new bike with full guarantee and free first service.

I can see why you'd be reluctant to sell if you didn't avail of the BTW scheme when buying, but just can't justify offering much more. Offer is dependent on inspection, and assuming it needs a service.

What figure did you have in mind?

FoghornLeghorn wrote: »

Hi Luke,

Thanks for the interest but I was looking to get a bit more than that for it-it's not that old and is in really good condition.
I think new they're about €395.

Thanks

ckeego

A lot of dilly dally going on here!!!

I will put a spoke in and offer 240 subject to inspection. I can service it myself after that!

Where are u based?

HappyHarry

Sorry if it's not going fast enough for you.
Feel free to start your own wanted thread!!!

I started this one, so I'll take first refusal on whatever price is asked thanks, as yet still waiting for an asking price, and where poster is based.

ckeego wrote: »

A lot of dilly dally going on here!!!

I will put a spoke in and offer 240 subject to inspection. I can service it myself after that!

Where are u based?

FoghornLeghorn

Sorry for the delay guys! I just saw all the posts.

I'm based in south Dublin-near Stillorgan but can meet in city centre if it's handier.

I don't really want to go too much under €300 for the bike though I'm afraid. I just got it serviced at the weekend and it's in great condition. (I didn't get it on the Bike To Work Scheme so paid full price ).

It's never been left out in the weather (always kept in shed).

I've got it on adverts.ie http://www.adverts.ie/bikes/beautiful-dawes-duchess-bike-for-sale-300-ono/602632

Sorry to hog your thread!

HappyHarry

Hi FoghornLeghorn,

Thanks for your reply. Can't do €300.
Have asked the GF, and she said she'd would stretch to €250 if it's in as new condition - so pending inspection tyre condition etc.

She can come to Stillorgan anytime tomorrow with cash, if that suits please PM, otherwise good luck with the sale.

FoghornLeghorn wrote: »

Sorry for the delay guys! I just saw all the posts.

I'm based in south Dublin-near Stillorgan but can meet in city centre if it's handier.

I don't really want to go too much under €300 for the bike though I'm afraid. I just got it serviced at the weekend and it's in great condition. (I didn't get it on the Bike To Work Scheme so paid full price ).

It's never been left out in the weather (always kept in shed).

I've got it on adverts.ie http://www.adverts.ie/bikes/beautiful-dawes-duchess-bike-for-sale-300-ono/602632

Sorry to hog your thread!

ckeego

HappyHarry wrote: »

Sorry if it's not going fast enough for you.
Feel free to start your own wanted thread!!!

I started this one, so I'll take first refusal on whatever price is asked thanks, as yet still waiting for an asking price, and where poster is based.

Well...I think that if you look at the forum rules, regardless of whom started the thread, first offer stands!:)

That said, the bike is 365 euro brand new, so I won't be going North of 250 either.

Enjoy!

FoghornLeghorn

Sorry for late reply.

HappyHarry I can't actually meet tomorrow evening anymore-sorry. Can I pm you tomorrow with details of when I'd be available to meet?

Can you let me know when suits her too?

ckeego-if this doesn't work out, you get second refusal?

HappyHarry

Sure. Send me a PM and we'll arrange something.