Raleigh Pursuit

Should you drift it

Minor cosmetic paint scuffs Light surface oxidation on hardware Vintage entry-level steel road bikes from Raleigh typically trade around $200 in the New York City market when functional. Minor cosmetic paint scuffs and light surface rust on the brake hardware reduce value to roughly $180. The $225 asking price is a reasonable fair price for a ready-to-ride urban commuter. National listings for 1980s Raleigh Pursuit road bikes in good condition range from $130 to $200 on secondary marketplaces like Pinkbike and eBay. An upward adjustment to $240 reflects the elevated demand and commuter premium for functional vintage steel bicycles in the NYC area.