Hi all...I just found this website and I wanted to get some information from you experts! I have two Bonanza Mini Bikes that my brother and I have owned since the early 70's. We are struggling with the decision to restore or sell. Can you all help me figure out values and what it might cost to restore them both? Let me know...here are pics...
The first is a BC1500 (I think) with the Hodaka Ace 100 engine. It has the correct seat, gas tank, exhaust pipe, wheels, original badge, tires (which are totally dead and gone), and is not currently running. It has a wiring problem that is preventing it from running. I know that if pieced out it could be worth a lot but if the decision to sell was made, I would sell it as a complete bike ready for restoration.
The second one is a BC1100 with the original white briggs engine. It has the correct seat, gas tank with the model decal, exhaust pipe, wheels, badge, tires, and is in running condition. It is leaking oil so it will likely need a rebuild, but it is running and has NEVER been apart.
Anything you all can tell me that will help me and my brother decide whether to sell or restore these little babies would be helpful! Thanks everyone and nice to meet you all!
Darin Dohi
The first is a BC1500 (I think) with the Hodaka Ace 100 engine. It has the correct seat, gas tank, exhaust pipe, wheels, original badge, tires (which are totally dead and gone), and is not currently running. It has a wiring problem that is preventing it from running. I know that if pieced out it could be worth a lot but if the decision to sell was made, I would sell it as a complete bike ready for restoration.
The second one is a BC1100 with the original white briggs engine. It has the correct seat, gas tank with the model decal, exhaust pipe, wheels, badge, tires, and is in running condition. It is leaking oil so it will likely need a rebuild, but it is running and has NEVER been apart.
Anything you all can tell me that will help me and my brother decide whether to sell or restore these little babies would be helpful! Thanks everyone and nice to meet you all!
Darin Dohi
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