Vintage Ladies/Unisex Raleigh Estelle Bicycle - 5-Speed

Description

Vintage Raleigh Estelle ladies' touring bicycle. In storage for many years this blue bicycle is over 40 years old and in good running order.

It has age-related patina on the paintwork and chrome, but is in good clean working order and has 5-speed thumb shift derailleur gears Overall, a practical vintage sports touring bicycle for everyday use.

Some examples of this model came with optional racing drop handlebars and a racing saddle, but this one has the conventional and more practical set-up of flat bars and a comfortable saddle:

50cm step-through steel frame in metallic pale blue, with decals faded or partly missing.
5 speed derailleur gears with hand shifter on the handlebar stem.

side pull caliper brakes.

rear rack and securing bungee.

front old school chromed light bracket.

chain guard.

pump holder lugs.

side stand.

racing style pedals.

new bell.

aluminium mudguards.

The wheels have minor surface corrosion but shine-up very well.

A classic Raleigh bicycle for restoration, customisation or just use as is for a daily rider. From an era when people chose Raleigh for quality, value for money and durability of a steel framed bicycle. With the style of many bikes these days, this would pass for a unisex sports touring bicycle.

Ad ID: 1481660636