Vintage Brompton Folding Bike Made in England 3 Speed Rack Model Classic Black

Vintage Brompton Folding Bike Made in England 3 Speed Rack Model Classic Black

£618.70 GBP
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Vintage Brompton Folding Bike Made in England 3 Speed Rack Model Classic Black

Vintage Brompton Folding Bike Made in England 3 Speed Rack Model Classic Black

£618.70 GBP
Vintage Brompton Folding Bike – Made in England – 3 Speed – Rack Model – Classic Black

Genuine classic Brompton folding bicycle in black with original copper/gold Brompton decals and “Made in England” markings.

This is an older British-built Brompton from the late 1990s / early 2000s era and has the classic steel-frame ride quality these bikes became famous for. Compact, practical, durable and still one of the best urban commuting bikes ever made.

A proper iconic commuter bike that folds down incredibly small and is ideal for:

train commuting
campervans/motorhomes
boats
flats/apartments
office commuting
city riding
travelling
keeping in a car boot.

The bike rides nicely and folds correctly.

Specification & Features

Genuine Brompton folding bike
Made in England
Classic black frame
3-speed internal hub gearing
Sturmey-Archer trigger shifter
Rear rack version
Rack rollers fitted
Full mudguards
Upright M-type handlebars
Schwalbe tyres fitted
Front light fitted
Rear AXA light fitted
Folding pedals
Compact 16” Brompton wheel setup
Steel frame construction
Extremely compact fold
Lightweight and easy to store.

Why These Bikes Are So Popular

Bromptons are legendary for good reason.

Unlike many cheap folding bikes, these ride properly. The steel frame gives a surprisingly smooth ride and the small wheel geometry makes them incredibly agile in cities.

Older British-made Bromptons are especially desirable because they were built to last decades and parts are still widely available.

These bikes hold their value exceptionally well and have a huge worldwide following.

Condition

Overall very honest classic used condition.

Please expect:

age-related cosmetic marks
scratches/scuffs from normal use
wear to decals and mudguards
general signs of use consistent with age.

The bike appears largely original and complete.

Good points:

frame looks straight
folds correctly
tyres are decent
rack and rollers present
chain tensioner intact
classic original look retained.

Would benefit from:

a routine service/tune-up if the buyer wants perfection
general clean/detail depending on personal standards.

I prefer to describe honestly so buyers know exactly what they are getting.

Riding Experience

Very comfortable upright riding position and surprisingly quick once moving.

The 3-speed hub setup is:

simple
reliable
low maintenance
ideal for city riding and commuting.

Once you own a Brompton you understand why they have such a cult following.

Collection / Delivery

Collection welcome from Dunfermline, Fife
KY11 area

Delivery available mainland UK for £25.

Own courier welcome.

Cash or bank transfer on collection preferred.

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