Vintage 1987 Univega Gran Turismo Touring Bike 23\" Chromoly Steel Japan Vintage For Sale

Vintage 1987 Univega Gran Turismo Touring Bike 23\" Chromoly Steel Japan Vintage Randonneur

Up for sale is a magnificent piece of vintage cycling history: a classic 1987 Univega Gran Turismo touring bicycle, built in Japan during the golden age of quality steel frame manufacturing. Featuring legendary Miyata-grade double-butted chromoly tubing, this rig was designed from the ground up for long-distance loaded touring, commuting, or classic gravel and road riding.

ITEM SPECIFICS

• Brand: Univega

• Model: Gran Turismo

• Year: 1987 (Serial: G710327)

• Bike Type: Touring Bike / Randonneur

• Frame Material: Double-Butted Chromoly Steel

• Frame Size: 23 Inches (58 cm)

• Wheel Size: 27 Inches / 700c compatible clincher

• Color: Silver / Metallic Gray

• Number of Speeds: 18-Speed (Triple Crankset)

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan (Miyata built)

• Condition: Used / Vintage Collector Project

EXACT FRAME GEOMETRY

• Seat Tube Distance (C-T): 23 Inches

• Top Bar Distance (Effective Top Tube): 22 Inches

• Hub-to-Hub Distance (Wheelbase): 40 ½ Inches

• Standover Height: inches

KEY FEATURES & PERIOD-CORRECT COMPONENTS

• Frame & Fork: Double-butted Chromoly steel frame with matching full chromoly touring fork, complete with low-rider rack mounts and integrated eyelets. Serial number: G710327.

• Cockpit: SR Custom (Sakae Ringyo) Randonneur alloy drop handlebars paired with an SR Custom forged aluminum quill stem and Tange steel threaded headset.

• Brakes & Levers: Dia-Compe alloy touring brake levers with quick-release mechanisms, paired with powerful Dia-Compe cantilever brakes.

• Drivetrain: SR Custom / Sugino triple alloy touring crankset with cotterless chainrings, paired with SunTour front and rear friction/indexing touring derailleurs and down-tube shifters.

• Wheels & Hubs: Sealed-bearing / high-flange alloy hubs laced to Araya alloy touring clincher rims.

• Accessories Included: Heavy-duty vintage rear alloy touring cargo rack (Made in Japan), vintage generator lighting setup, and water bottle cage mount.

CONDITION & MECHANICAL STATUS

This bicycle is offered in original vintage, as-is condition as pictured. The frame is structurally sound with no cracks, dents, or structural compromise. Expect normal cosmetic signs of age, including minor paint wear, patina, and oxidation consistent with a well-preserved 1980s touring machine. Tires, cables, brake pads, and bar tape are vintage consumables and may require servicing, tuning, or replacement prior to heavy road use. A fantastic platform for a straightforward restoration or a stunning ready-to-ride retro tourer.

SHIPPING & LOCAL PICKUP TERMS

Item is available for local pickup in Ridgefield, Washington, or professional disassembly and shipping via BikeFlights / FedEx Ground in a secure cardboard bicycle box. Buyer pays exact shipping calculated by destination. Please review all detailed high-resolution photos carefully prior to offerding as they form an integral part of the description.