This is "Nancy" the 1953 Schwinn Hornet, A Nice example a mostly untouched vintage bicycle. Pedals and grips are not o riginal to the bike. The tires are in great condition besides a few cracks on the side, the front tire still has tire flash down the middle, both have plenty of tread. The horn in the tank was tested working with a power supply applied to the horn. The connectors may need to be clean to use a battery to power horn.
Light on front fender is untested. Rear rack has to small cracks near the rack braces. The bike seems to have some over spray/splatter of paint on it. The Troxel saddle has some damage to the sides.
The Stem on this bike is free, but the wedge is stuck in the frame!!!!!!!!! THAT A PROFESSIONAL BICYCLE MECHANIC COMPLETE THE ASSEMBLY OF THE BICYCLE.
WE CAN NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE BICYCLE'S PERFORMANCE IF ASSEMBLED IMPROPERLY. Our vintage items are old, used and may have some wear, aging, denting, fading, and scratches. Most of our vintage items, because of their age, have value far beyond the functionality for which they were originally designed or intended. They are artifacts of history that have survived neglect, abuse, harsh environments, the trash bin, and the march of time. If you are an informed collector/restorer you know what we are saying.
We will endeavor to point out significant and material defects when we can. Regardless, we do insist that you rely on our photos for verification that the items we offer for sale meet your needs and standards. We accept Pay Pal, and items may be picked up at our location. We typically do not box an item until it sells. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. The item "Vintage 1953 Schwinn Hornet Ladies Tank Light Rack Bike Middleweight Blue Troxel" is in sale since Thursday, February 28, 2019. This item is in the category "Sporting Goods\Cycling\Bicycles". The seller is "southshorecyclery" and is located in Cudahy, Wisconsin. This item can be shipped to United States.