Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
GT
1996 GT Avalanche LE
Value Guide market data · 1996 GT Avalanche LE
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Price over time - 1996 GT Avalanche LE
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All Avalanche model years
2024$1,256 - $1,458▼ 11% vs. 1996
2022$1,279 - $1,485▼ 10% vs. 1996
2021$1,000 - $1,161▼ 29% vs. 1996
2020$767 - $891▼ 46% vs. 1996
2019$744 - $864▼ 48% vs. 1996
2018$698 - $810▼ 51% vs. 1996
2016$791 - $918▼ 44% vs. 1996
2015$865 - $1,004▼ 39% vs. 1996
2014$707 - $821▼ 50% vs. 1996
2013$977 - $1,134▼ 31% vs. 1996
2012$1,023 - $1,188▼ 28% vs. 1996
2011$1,488 - $1,728▲ 5% vs. 1996
2010$1,209 - $1,404▼ 15% vs. 1996
2009$1,209 - $1,404▼ 15% vs. 1996
2008$744 - $864▼ 48% vs. 1996
2006$977 - $1,134▼ 31% vs. 1996
2005$930 - $1,080▼ 34% vs. 1996
2003$836 - $971▼ 41% vs. 1996
2002$437 - $508▼ 69% vs. 1996
2001$1,116 - $1,296▼ 21% vs. 1996
2000$1,214 - $1,409▼ 14% vs. 1996
1998$1,455 - $1,690▲ 3% vs. 19961996$1,418 - $1,647Currently viewing1995$1,088 - $1,264▼ 23% vs. 19961994$1,059 - $1,230▼ 25% vs. 19961993$1,134 - $1,317▼ 20% vs. 19961996 Avalanche LE lineup
Overview
About this bike
1996 GT Avalanche LE value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Welded aluminum
- Frame Tubing Material
- 7000 aluminum, double-butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Judy XC
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1996 GT Avalanche LE
- Component Group
- Shimano Deore XT
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN71, 113 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG71, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Kalloy Uno, 27.0 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Vetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails
- Handlebar
- GT alloy
- Handlebar Stem
- Kore lite
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Mavic 221, 32-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.10inch WTB VelociRaptor kevlar
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Tioga Clipman (clipless)
Accessories
- Colors
- Brushed
- BB Shell Width
- 73mm English
- Extensions
- Zoom Short Stop
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 14.5inch, 16inch, 18inch, 20inch
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.