Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Marin
1996 Marin San Rafael
Value Guide market data · 1996 Marin San Rafael
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Price over time - 1996 Marin San Rafael
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All San model years
2024$650 - $755▲ 71% vs. 1996
2022$743 - $863▲ 95% vs. 1996
2020$2,790 - $3,240▲ 634% vs. 1996
2019$660 - $767▲ 74% vs. 1996
2018$865 - $1,004▲ 127% vs. 1996
2017$818 - $950▲ 115% vs. 1996
2016$972 - $1,129▲ 156% vs. 1996
2015$837 - $972▲ 120% vs. 1996
2014$744 - $864▲ 96% vs. 1996
2013$744 - $864▲ 96% vs. 1996
2012$698 - $810▲ 83% vs. 1996
2011$586 - $680▲ 54% vs. 1996
2010$600 - $697▲ 58% vs. 1996
2009$600 - $697▲ 58% vs. 1996
2003$465 - $540▲ 22% vs. 1996
2002$493 - $572▲ 30% vs. 1996
2001$493 - $572▲ 30% vs. 1996
2000$507 - $589▲ 33% vs. 1996
1999$520 - $604▲ 37% vs. 19961998$520 - $604▲ 37% vs. 19961997$557 - $647▲ 46% vs. 19961996$380 - $442Currently viewing1995$408 - $474▲ 7% vs. 19961996 San Rafael lineup
Overview
About this bike
1996 Marin San Rafael value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded steel
- Frame Tubing Material
- Tange chromoly, double-butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Marin Lite
- Fork Material
- Chromoly, unicrown crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1996 Marin San Rafael
- Component Group
- Shimano Alivio/AceraX
- Shift Levers
- Grip Shift SRT-300i
- Crankset
- Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Tektro 868A brakes, alloy levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Marin Lite alloy, 27.0 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Marin Comfort
- Handlebar
- Marin Lite alloy
- Handlebar Stem
- Marin Lite chromoly
- Headset
- 1inch Marin Lite
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Araya PX-635, 36-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 35c Marin Hybrid
- Spoke Brand
- Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Resin
Accessories
- Colors
- Titanium color
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 26.25
- Sizes
- 15.5inch, 17.5inch, 19inch, 20.5inch
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.