How much should I pay for a used bicycle?

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Madelynn

I don't need anything fancy. I just need it to get around to nearby places like the library and the record store, since I'm only 14 and can't drive.

Again, nothing fancy.

How much should I pay for a used bicycle in decent condition?

Answer
This is a good question, but it is hard to answer. There are an incredible number of factors that will influence how much you will have to pay for a bike. I always found getting a bargain really is a matter of how much time and effort you are willing to put into the pursuit. If you need something right now, you usually will pay top dollar. If you have time and are willing to spend some effort looking around you can scout out all sort of deals.

Here is what I've noticed about bicycle prices. A 2 to 5 year old bike should never sell for more than half the price of a comparable new one. Older bikes can be easily had for $20-$50, but may need some work to get on the road. (Tires and brake pads often need to be replaced, but these are pretty cheap and easy to deal with.) The more someone simply wants to get a bike out of their house, the less it will cost. Nearly every one who has kids has a couple of old bikes collecting dust in the garage that they may want to get rid of.

Here are the places to find a decent used bike:

- bike store expect to pay top dollar
- used bike cooperative - lots of places have cooperatives that rebuild and sell bikes
- thrift store
- police and/or town sales of abandoned and stolen/recovered bikes
- craigslist.com
- neighbors - try sticking a note in all of your neighbors mailboxes or doors stating you are looking for a decent used bike. (You may get one for free.)

Good luck and happy hunting.

What are some real ways to earn money as a teenager?

Ashton A

I dont know enough people with kids and I dont know other than an allowance how to earn any money.
Im only 14 years old.

Answer
newspaper routes
lawn care
pet sitting and walking
car washes
busing tables in local restaurants
stocking shelves in grocery stores
putting ads on bulletin boards for odd jobs
bicycle deliveries
doing chores for seniors and handicapped ( cleaning, grocery shopping, etc.)
washing windows
babysitting
tutoring younger students
shovelling snow
putting up lights and yard displays at Christmas
sell Regal
hold garage sales
set up a table at farmer markets and sell baking, crafts, etc.
arena's and fair grounds hire kids to clean the stands after events

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