Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
2006 Giant Trance 3
Value Guide market data · 2006 Giant Trance 3
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Price over time - 2006 Giant Trance 3
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All Trance model years
2025$7,440 - $8,640▲ 122% vs. 2006
2024$5,301 - $6,156▲ 58% vs. 2006
2023$4,185 - $4,860▲ 25% vs. 2006
2022$9,765 - $11,340▲ 192% vs. 2006
2021$8,742 - $10,152▲ 161% vs. 2006
2020$9,765 - $11,340▲ 192% vs. 2006
2019$8,105 - $9,412▲ 142% vs. 2006
2018$7,589 - $8,813▲ 127% vs. 2006
2017$7,487 - $8,694▲ 124% vs. 2006
2016$7,161 - $8,316▲ 114% vs. 2006
2015$7,208 - $8,370▲ 115% vs. 2006
2014$7,184 - $8,343▲ 115% vs. 2006
2013$3,953 - $4,590▲ 18% vs. 2006
2012$7,998 - $9,288▲ 139% vs. 2006
2011$8,091 - $9,396▲ 142% vs. 2006
2010$6,324 - $7,344▲ 89% vs. 2006
2009$5,301 - $6,156▲ 58% vs. 2006
2008$3,255 - $3,780▼ 3% vs. 2006
2007$3,348 - $3,8880% vs. 2006
2006$3,348 - $3,888Currently viewing
2005$3,162 - $3,672▼ 6% vs. 20062006 Trance 3 lineup
Overview
About this bike
2006 Giant Trance 3 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Aluxx aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Recon 327 Air, 100mm travel
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float R, 4.2inch travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2006 Giant Trance 3
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore
- Crankset
- Race Face Ride XC
- Bottom Bracket
- Race Face SRX ISIS
- Rear Cogs
- 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Hayes Sole XC brakes, Hayes levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Easton EA50, 30.9mm diameter
- Saddle
- WTB Rocket V Comp
- Handlebar
- Easton EA30
- Handlebar Stem
- Easton EA50
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch integrated
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Formula disc
- Rims
- Mavic XM 117
- Tires
- 26 x 2.10inch Hutchinson Bulldog AirLight
Pedals
- Pedals
- Not included
Accessories
- Colors
- Blue
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 14.5inch, 16inch, 18inch, 20inch, 22inch
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.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.