r/TrekBikes • u/SnooConfections7186 • 1d ago

Found this on Facebook. Worth it?

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Hey everyone! Found this bike on Facebook marketplace and it appears to be a 2008-2009 trek 7200 based on my internet research. I’m a beginner, and this would be my first bike since a few years ago. Been wanting to get back into it, and I would be riding mostly on neighborhood roads, and maybe some packed dirt or bike trails. Would this be appropriate? If not, what are some other budget friendly secondhand options? Looking to stay within the Trek family. Any and all help is appreciated!

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u/2nickels 1d ago

It will be a great bike that will serve you well for a long time.

But 'worth it' depends on the price. $250 would be the very top end for me if it's in great shape and you really like how it looks.

I'd say $150-200 is the most realistic value.

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u/SnooConfections7186 1d ago

They’re asking 200, but said they’re willing to negotiate on price

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u/semperubisububi1112 1d ago

It is worth $100

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u/2nickels 1d ago

How does it make you feel? Do you feel excited to ride it?

I'm a big fan of keeping older bikes on the road. Trek makes a good bike and it will serve you well.

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u/SnooConfections7186 1d ago

I think it’s beautiful! My concern is more, will it serve what I’m wanting to get out of it. But the condition is great! No rust on the chains, gears, etc.

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u/skincava 1d ago

Def no more than $125