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Title: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 25, 2013, 06:30 PM
I know it's ebay but is this a fairly sensible price?

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=261289683026
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: chubby on September 25, 2013, 07:30 PM
Somebody thought it's worth it  "nono"
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: AKGOFF on September 25, 2013, 07:56 PM
For that Gen 1 Freestyler?

All day.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: neil on September 25, 2013, 08:04 PM
Was talking to Steve about it he said it would go for £2400 !! He's was a pound out ,but he  is a vdc expert.
Tis a lot of money but very rare
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 25, 2013, 08:09 PM
So were they produced in limited numbers or aren't there many left?
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: chubby on September 25, 2013, 08:11 PM
Was talking to Steve about it he said it would go for £2400 !! He's was a pound out ,but he  is a vdc expert.
Tis a lot of money but very rare
how rare are they then ???
I thought there was quite a few about or is the gen 1 different to the rest ???
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: neil on September 25, 2013, 08:36 PM
How many do you know of?
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: chubby on September 25, 2013, 08:47 PM
seems a few on the museum & must be some on here .some may be the same bike listed by different owners though
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: pickle on September 25, 2013, 08:54 PM
Dan Harris had a nice white one I think  ???
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 25, 2013, 09:28 PM
Is the general consensus that these are more rare than say a Targa?
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Gnarlyscoots on September 25, 2013, 09:36 PM
Have you bought it then Rich  ???

Not long now


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 :LolLolLolLol:
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 25, 2013, 09:41 PM
That was when times were better...!!
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: brettypeeps on September 25, 2013, 09:46 PM
I had it on watch.  Way to strong to me but very nice :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: CD17 on September 25, 2013, 09:49 PM
I had it on watch.  Way to strong to me but very nice :daumenhoch:

Nice   ???

Maybe in a weird VDC kind of way   :-\
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: WINI on September 25, 2013, 09:53 PM
I can appreciate how rare, and why they go for a lot of cash.  But aesthetically, ugly as sin for me. Doesn't know what it's trying to do
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 25, 2013, 09:55 PM
Is the general consensus that these are more rare than say a Targa?

Well...??!
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Gnarlyscoots on September 25, 2013, 09:56 PM
But aesthetically, ugly as sin for me. Doesn't know what it's trying to do
Are you talking about Rich Mark  ???

(http://i1084.photobucket.com/albums/j406/Londonhellboy/Music%20and%20Vids/hobo_zpscdb4cd43.jpg) (http://s1084.photobucket.com/user/Londonhellboy/media/Music%20and%20Vids/hobo_zpscdb4cd43.jpg.html)

Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: WINI on September 25, 2013, 10:02 PM
But aesthetically, ugly as sin for me. Doesn't know what it's trying to do
Are you talking about Rich Mark  ???

(http://i1084.photobucket.com/albums/j406/Londonhellboy/Music%20and%20Vids/hobo_zpscdb4cd43.jpg) (http://s1084.photobucket.com/user/Londonhellboy/media/Music%20and%20Vids/hobo_zpscdb4cd43.jpg.html)

 :LolLolLolLol:  of course! What did you think I was talking about?
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: glenboy on September 25, 2013, 11:23 PM
about 100-150 vdc freestylers were made in total in 3 generations i think the one i had was the gen 2 , very rarely come up for sale and the ones that have have been $4000 ish , whether they should be worth that sort of money who knows but they are top of the tree sort of speak , it just shows the top stuff still fetches the money
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: dancetothedrummersbeat on September 25, 2013, 11:25 PM
I was watching it on ebay too. Ugly in my opinion, but i love the changa. VDC's do seem to really spilt opinion.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: rodriguez on September 25, 2013, 11:30 PM
Only 8 freestylers on the museum and Subwax owns three of them well two now as that's his sale.

Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: wildon on September 25, 2013, 11:33 PM
When i had all my VDC's this is what i was after.. i would have paid that price easy.

Subwax has a lot more than 3 i think  ::)
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: NORTY40 on September 25, 2013, 11:38 PM
Is the general consensus that these are more rare than say a Targa?

Well...??!
.

I only know of 3 Targa's Rich , I haven't scoured the museum but i bet there ain't many more  :-\  Alan thought he had the only one at one point .  Are you thinking of selling ??
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: rodriguez on September 25, 2013, 11:43 PM
When i had all my VDC's this is what i was after.. i would have paid that price easy.

Subwax has a lot more than 3 i think  ::)

Wouldn't be surprised he has/had some unbelievable stuff.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 26, 2013, 07:47 AM
Is the general consensus that these are more rare than say a Targa?

Well...??!
.

I only know of 3 Targa's Rich , I haven't scoured the museum but i bet there ain't many more  :-\  Alan thought he had the only one at one point .  Are you thinking of selling ??

Ha! No Joff,  I don't think I ever will!
But seeing as that seems to be an acceptable value for that VDC I presumed that something like the Targa would surely be of similar value... :-\
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: neil on September 26, 2013, 08:04 AM
Is the general consensus that these are more rare than say a Targa?

Well...??!
.

I only know of 3 Targa's Rich , I haven't scoured the museum but i bet there ain't many more  :-\  Alan thought he had the only one at one point .  Are you thinking of selling ??

Ha! No Joff,  I don't think I ever will!
But seeing as that seems to be an acceptable value for that VDC I presumed that something like the Targa would surely be of similar value... :-\
Forgive my ignorance but what is a targa
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 26, 2013, 08:16 AM
Is the general consensus that these are more rare than say a Targa?

Well...??!
.

I only know of 3 Targa's Rich , I haven't scoured the museum but i bet there ain't many more  :-\  Alan thought he had the only one at one point .  Are you thinking of selling ??

Ha! No Joff,  I don't think I ever will!
But seeing as that seems to be an acceptable value for that VDC I presumed that something like the Targa would surely be of similar value... :-\
Forgive my ignorance but what is a targa

Torker were going to produce a lightweight frame at the tail end of 84/early 85 but as you know Steve had to close the business in late 84. They did however produce prototypes that the race team used...I believe Richie Anderson used one.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: neil on September 26, 2013, 08:19 AM
I know what your on about now  :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Stellartois on September 26, 2013, 08:22 AM
VDC's are ludicrously overpriced, they are an awful ride, tiny.

Aesthetically they are one of those love it or hate it kind of frame sets.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: MaD-RoK on September 26, 2013, 08:27 AM
VDC's are ludicrously overpriced, they are an awful ride, tiny.

Aesthetically they are one of those love it or hate it kind of frame sets.

Isn't your whip of choice a Brompton? Doesn't quite qualify you for BMX frameset reviews now does it?  :LolLolLolLol:
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: WARDY on September 26, 2013, 08:42 AM
, they are an awful ride, tiny.



my ( now Sams ) changa long was quite nice to ride and in no way tiny
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Stellartois on September 26, 2013, 09:00 AM
, they are an awful ride, tiny.



my ( now Sams ) changa long was quite nice to ride and in no way tiny

Yes I would imagine a Changa long is far nicer to ride and is not tiny based upon it being long.

Alas the one I have is standard and I find it tiny.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: chubby on September 26, 2013, 09:06 AM
Is the general consensus that these are more rare than say a Targa?

Well...??!
.

I only know of 3 Targa's Rich , I haven't scoured the museum but i bet there ain't many more  :-\  Alan thought he had the only one at one point .  Are you thinking of selling ??

Ha! No Joff,  I don't think I ever will!
But seeing as that seems to be an acceptable value for that VDC I presumed that something like the Targa would surely be of similar value... :-\
Forgive my ignorance but what is a targa

Torker were going to produce a lightweight frame at the tail end of 84/early 85 but as you know Steve had to close the business in late 84. They did however produce prototypes that the race team used...I believe Richie Anderson used one.
trouble is rich rare doesn't always = money, really rare stuff that you can count known examples on one hand never seem to reach the values of more mainstream stuff. Remember the holeshot rf1 a while back, only one that's surfaced & seller wanted 1500 for a complete bike.. never heard if it sold though.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 26, 2013, 09:17 AM


trouble is rich rare doesn't always = money, really rare stuff that you can count known examples on one hand never seem to reach the values of more mainstream stuff. Remember the holeshot rf1 a while back, only one that's surfaced & seller wanted 1500 for a complete bike.. never heard if it sold though.

Indeed, rare is not a prerequisite for high value.
I suppose to a certain degree it's quite subjective...
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: WARDY on September 26, 2013, 09:18 AM
, they are an awful ride, tiny.



my ( now Sams ) changa long was quite nice to ride and in no way tiny

Yes I would imagine a Changa long is far nicer to ride and is not tiny based upon it being long.

Alas the one I have is standard and I find it tiny.

forgive me but when you used the word " They "  i just presumed you meant the whole range , i did try reading your mind to see if you were on about the standard changa and the word " They "  was a slip but alas cant pick much up when its overcast
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: MaD-RoK on September 26, 2013, 09:18 AM


Yes I would imagine a Changa long is far nicer to ride and is not tiny based upon it being long.

Alas the one I have is standard and I find it tiny.


Or maybe you were just trolling as usual?  Not really, erm, 'BMX (x3)' at all are you? :chin:  ;)

http://www.raleighburner.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php't=39725

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Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Stellartois on September 26, 2013, 09:21 AM


Yes I would imagine a Changa long is far nicer to ride and is not tiny based upon it being long.

Alas the one I have is standard and I find it tiny.


Or maybe you were just trolling as usual?  Not really, erm, 'BMX (x3)' at all are you? :chin:  ;)

http://www.raleighburner.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php't=39725

(http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc496/leemadz2/looooool_zps6525b5b7.jpg) (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/leemadz2/media/looooool_zps6525b5b7.jpg.html)

...and what I have said is true.

The market audience for BMX bikes in the 80's was indeed for around the 12 year old age group.

How many threads do you see on this forum where members refer to BMX as being 'Kids Bikes'?
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 26, 2013, 09:27 AM
Oi you lot no spats in this thread that do not concern the subject matter.
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: MaD-RoK on September 26, 2013, 09:27 AM
I don't live on the internat pal.  :daumenhoch: :LolLolLolLol: :LolLolLolLol: :LolLolLolLol:
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Stellartois on September 26, 2013, 09:29 AM
Oi you lot no spats in this thread that do not concern the subject matter.

 8) :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: MaD-RoK on September 26, 2013, 09:44 AM
Sorry Rich, I was just confused as to how Brompton riders qualify to review VDC's and as to how 12 year old's can afford to buy them.  :daumenhoch:

Maybe Stella will come up with an educated answer in the thread he started on the Burner forum.  :LolLolLolLol:

http://www.raleighburner.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php't=39873
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Stellartois on September 26, 2013, 09:47 AM
Sorry Rich, I was just confused as to how Brompton riders qualify to review VDC's and as to how 12 year old's can afford to buy them.  :daumenhoch:

I qualify to comment because I own and occasionally ride a VDC, thats all.

Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 26, 2013, 09:58 AM
There is a way to stop this-

(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j436/mothwasp73/865907_f520_zps4ef47766.jpg)
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: MaD-RoK on September 26, 2013, 10:00 AM
Watching bare knuckle boxing?  ???
Title: Re: VDC value...
Post by: Devilock on September 26, 2013, 11:30 AM
Watching bare knuckle boxing?  ???

 ;D
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