I've just about finished building my dream bike (a couple of components paid for but yet to arrive) but unfortunatly I cannot justify the cost. It was a fun project but I must let it go before I get too attached. Is there anyone out there interested in owning a unique cycle.
Bicycle Exotica Direct http://www.bicycleexoticadirect.com.au/merlin/prices.htm has one for sale for AU$11,400 (frame alone AU$5,590)
Here are the specs:
Frame - Merlin Lunaris 56
Wheels - 04 Zipp 303 (Mavic Skewers)
Tyres - Michelin Carbon 700x20
Pedals - Shimano SPD-SL Dura Ace (new in box)
Crankset - 04 FSA Team Issue Triple Carbon
Bottom
Bracket - FSA Pro Isis Platinum 68/118
Bar - FSA K Force Carbon 44
Bar tape - FSA Carbon Print
Stem - FSA OS115 Stem 130
Deraillieurs
Front - 05 Campagnolo Record Triple (titainium)
Rear - 05 Campagnolo Record Carbon long
Brakes - 05 Campagnolo Record- Black
Shifters - 05 Campagnolo Record Carbon 10sp
Saddle - Fizik Arione (Lampre-Caffitta team, sliver and black)
Seatpost - FSA SL-K carbon
Chain - Campagnolo 10sp
Cassette - Campagnolo Record 12/29 10sp
Everything brand new except the wheels and tyres which I had on another bike for less than 50km.
I'm looking for around AU$10,500 and will throw in a brand new (in box) Cateye Double Wireless (speed/cadence) Computer.
List price all the parts come to well over $12,000