Unlike modern bikes, decals were simply applied on top of the painted frame, making them easy to remove and change. When trying to identify a Colnago frame, it is not recommended to rely on decals and paint schemes. Hopefully it will help you in your search. Surpisingly, this reference guide was a lot more work than I initially expected as different models kept popping up, but after a lot of hours, it was finally created and is regularly updated. During my search, I found there was just bits and pieces of information scattered all over the internet, with no definitive pictorial guide to help decipher the many different models Colnago produced between the late 1960’s and 1980’s. I decided to create this guide when I was looking to buy a vintage Colnago frame. For the purposes of this article, I will focus this article on steel frames manufactured between 1968 and the late 1980s, arguably the Golden Age of vintage Colnago steel frames. In the years that followed, Colnago experimented with different types of steel tubing and profiles to create a range of models, some of which are still manufactured in 2019. For example, this includes bikes with major dents, carbon fiber damage, excessive drivetrain wear, and/or moderate to significant suspension component wear.Colnago have been manufacturing high performance bicycles since the release of the ‘Super’ back in 1968. We do not sell bikes that we rate lower than 6 on the condition scale.
If the bike has suspension, those components will have scratches and scuffs. Handlebars, stem, derailleurs, and levers show moderate scuffing or scratches, and the saddle might have slight tears. The drivetrain has moderate to heavy wear. Carbon frames may have been previously damaged, but have been professionally repaired and are structurally sound. Aluminum, steel, and titanium frames may have minor dents. While the frame and wheels will have cosmetic scuffs, scratches, and/or paint loss, they will not be structurally damaged. 7/10 Rating: Goodīikes in this range are well-loved and have moderate wear. Cockpit, saddle, and suspension lowers (where applicable) will also have cosmetic scuffs and scratches. The drivetrain will have wear from normal usage and there will be slight scratches and scuffs on derailleurs, shifters, and levers. Wheels will also have minor cosmetic damage on rims, spokes, and/or hubs. The frame will have slight paint loss, scratches, and/or scuffs. To earn a rating in this range, bicycles have sustained some wear but no significant damage. Bikes with suspension components have minor scuffs and scratches on the fork legs and shock, and the stanchions are immaculate. The cockpit has light wear, primarily on the grips or handlebar tape. The drivetrain shows light wear but the derailleurs, shifters, and levers have not sustained any damage. Frame and wheels show slight signs of wear with only minor scuffs and scratches - no paint chipping. While these bikes have been ridden, they remain in excellent condition. Drivetrain, levers, cockpit, and suspension (where applicable) are in new condition. The frame and wheels might have minor blemishes or scuffs from transportation or showroom display. Original stickers, parts, and accessories are included. These bicycles are good as new, often built right out of the box from the manufacturer. Condition Rating Guide 10/10 Rating: Like-New
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