What model/year Bianchi is this?

Shirlock8
Shirlock8 Posts: 4
edited June 2018 in Road buying advice
Hi there. Totally new to cycling. Wanted to pick up this bike on Criagslist, but the seller is not able to find the year/model info for me (she bought it for her son some time ago). I'd like to read up on some reviews before making the investment. Can someone help me identify this model?

The only other info she could tell me is that there's an "Alloy 7000" sticker on the bike. It looks close to a D2 Pista, however without the "D2" on the top tube. Also, the entire frame is a celeste green whereas I see that the fork on the D2 is black. Thanks for your help!

http://imgur.com/9EGAAi4

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  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    That's a very small bike ?

    Hard to see clearly but it's an older bike. Bianchi Imola maybe ?

    How can she not remember how old her son was when she bought it ? A bit odd. It's not worth very much tbh.
  • imposter2.0
    imposter2.0 Posts: 12,028
    Who cares what year it is? If it fits, if it works and if the price is right, that's all that matters IMO..
  • Shirlock8
    Shirlock8 Posts: 4
    I'm only 5' tall, so I think a youth frame should fit me fine. I wanted to find out the model, and year, so I can negotiate fairly. She's asking $400.
  • Pooter
    Pooter Posts: 68
    Looks like a 2008 Special Junior. The old catalogues are here
    http://2velo.com/bianchi-bicycle-catalog-2000/#!
  • Shirlock8
    Shirlock8 Posts: 4
    I think you're right, Pooter! The catalog link was very helpful. Any advice on how much I should offer given the age of the bike? Or would I be better off buying a newer, but lower end bike? I'm looking to stay under $500 if possible. Thanks
  • yiannism
    yiannism Posts: 345
    There is a bianchi owners club uk on facebook, they are several bianchi dealers there, i am pretty sure that they can help you.
  • Pooter
    Pooter Posts: 68
    Here's a price guide for the 2007 version.
    https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/SearchL ... x?id=96030
    It all depends on the condition. If it's been looked after and needs no new parts then buying second hand can be good value for money.

    There's one on ebay where the seller gives an age range of 8-11 so perhaps too small for you at 5ft.
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bianchi-Juni ... SwBNtbG7sc

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