Product Description
The rare EMC Grand Prix was the flagship model in the US market from 1988 to 1990, though you almost never see them for sale. With its ultra thin 7/4/7 Reynolds 753 tubing it was the more supple, lighter version of Corsa Extra & its Italian team racing heritage and super stiff Columbus SLX. It was sold as a frameset only. This one is from the 1988/1989 model year, and comes in a luminous glittery metallic pearl white. The build is Campagnolo C-Record and their illustrious gem-encrusted Cobalto brakes, riding on Campy's top level rims (Sigma Strada Chromium).
Condition
The frame was recently professionally restored by Tommy'O designs in Michigan. Very few miles ridden since the restoration, and it shows minimal imperfections. Frame is straight with zero dents/dings/rust/damage. There is a crown race installation paint chip, a few TINY near pinpoint sized paint chips and other insignificant wear spots. Components are excellent to near mint. Crank is near NOS condition. Rims show almost no use, though hubs were likely used when laced to NOS rims. Light surface wear to FD, seatpost, brakes. Rear derailleur and brake levers have a touch more wear but still in excellent shape.
Its been given a professional tuneup and is ready to ride. Brand new NOS Pelten perforated faux-leather handlebar tape. Tires are NOS and have just a bit of sidewall drying/cracking (though they're in a lot better shape than the pics make them seem). These are not glued, and should be considered display only due to their age and cracking sidewalls. Please install new tires to ride, Bike Recyclery assumes zero liability to injury or damage due to riding the included tires.
Frame Details
- Frame number: S B 1857
- Reynolds 753 lugged steel
- Top tube: 57.5cm
- Seat tube: 59cm
- Head tube: 168mm
Components
- Campagnolo C-Record gruppo (crank 172.5mm x 53/39t, BB is Athena, headset Chorus)
- Campagnolo Super Record / C-Record Cobalto brakes
- Wheelset: Campagnolo Sigma Strada Chromium (pewter hardened finish, shiny!), C-Record
- Saddle: San Marco Rolls
- Handlebars: Cinelli 66-33 Giro Del Mondo
- Stem: Cinelli XA
- Tires: Vittoria Rally & Competition tubular gumwall
- Freewheel: 7 speed Regina Extra
