Hey everyone,

A colleague of mine is selling this Eddy Merckx road bike, but this is the only photo I’ve been provided so far. I’m not too familiar with this brand and would love your help identifying the exact model and year, as well as whether the price seems fair.

Details I have so far: • The seller is not a bike expert, but they believe Eddy Merckx bikes are high-quality. • The bike is currently at a shop for repairs, which include: • New tires • New saddle • Handlebar re-wrapping • General maintenance (oiling, tuning, etc.) • After these repairs, the total sale price will be €500 (installments possible). • The frame looks like carbon or aluminum (hard to tell from this single photo). • The groupset is unknown, but I’d assume it’s Shimano (could be 105, Ultegra, or lower).

My Questions: 1. Can anyone identify the model and approximate year? 2. Is €500 a fair price for this bike after repairs? 3. Are there any potential concerns I should be aware of before buying?

I appreciate any insights you can share! Thanks in advance.

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