1938 Schwinn Superior Lightweight Bicycle 20"

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SKU
152678
Blue Tag Price $1,999.00 Regular Price $2,999.00

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1938 Schwinn Superior Lightweight Bicycle 20" — Listed at $1,999.00

Amazing collector's Schwinn with many rare original parts!
You could be the proud owner of this vintage Schwinn Superior Bicycle. We are the second owner and this bicycle was purchased new in 1938. This bicycle has a lot of really nice original accessories. The rear carrier rack with spring clips, New Departure 2 speed hub and early style front Schwinn rim brake with the Schwinn Big Lever. This piece of American cycling history is looking for a new home and it could be yours.

BIKE CONDITION:

The original paint has a few chips and scratches. Some of the parts have rust but most of this will clean up. Original seat has a few scuffs. Nothing has been done to this bicycle and we would recommend a full tune-up before riding.

This bicycle is being sold as is, please see photographs for details.

Measurements:

20" Seat tube - (top to Center)

Specifications:

Seatpost - Original
Saddle - Original Schwinn
Stem - Original
Handlebars- Original
Headset - Original
Brake levers - Schwinn Big Lever
Brake calipers - Schwinn Bolt on Caliper
Shifters - New Departure 2 speed
Crankset - Original AS&CO Cottered
Pedals - Original Schwinn Light weight
Hubs - New Departure Model D 2 Speed laced to original rims

Serial #B1848
Reference #152678
More Information
Year 1938
Gender Womens
Color Black
Speeds 2 Speed
Features
  • Rare early Schwinn!
  • Original Rack
  • 2 Speed Hub
Frameset Steel
Components Schwinn
Drivetrain New Departure 2 Speed
Manufacturer Schwinn
Decade 1930s
Country of Origin USA
Bike Number N/A
Serial Number N/A
Used or New Used
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