Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2008 Specialized Epic Expert
Value Guide market data · 2008 Specialized Epic Expert
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Price over time - 2008 Specialized Epic Expert
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All Epic model years
2026$6,324 - $7,344▼ 1% vs. 2008
2025$8,370 - $9,720▲ 30% vs. 2008
2024$6,510 - $7,560▲ 1% vs. 2008
2023$10,230 - $11,880▲ 59% vs. 2008
2022$7,998 - $9,288▲ 25% vs. 2008
2021$7,905 - $9,180▲ 23% vs. 2008
2020$10,249 - $11,902▲ 60% vs. 2008
2019$9,319 - $10,822▲ 45% vs. 2008
2018$9,300 - $10,800▲ 45% vs. 2008
2017$9,765 - $11,340▲ 52% vs. 2008
2016$10,695 - $12,420▲ 67% vs. 2008
2015$11,160 - $12,960▲ 74% vs. 2008
2014$9,765 - $11,340▲ 52% vs. 2008
2013$9,300 - $10,800▲ 45% vs. 2008
2012$9,765 - $11,340▲ 52% vs. 2008
2011$9,207 - $10,692▲ 43% vs. 2008
2010$8,184 - $9,504▲ 28% vs. 2008
2009$8,184 - $9,504▲ 28% vs. 2008
2008$6,417 - $7,452Currently viewing
2007$6,045 - $7,020▼ 6% vs. 2008
2006$6,603 - $7,668▲ 3% vs. 2008
2005$3,534 - $4,104▼ 45% vs. 2008
2004$3,534 - $4,104▼ 45% vs. 2008
2003$3,227 - $3,748▼ 50% vs. 20082008 Epic Expert lineup
Overview
About this bike
2008 Specialized Epic Expert value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Tubing Material
- Specialized M5-aluminum
- Rear Shock
- Specialized AFR Inertia w/Brain Fade, 100mm-travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2008 Specialized Epic Expert
- Shift Levers
- SRAM X-9
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano HG-50, 9-speed: 11-34
- Chain
- DT Swiss X420
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Avid Ultimate 7, hydraulic-disc
Cockpit
- Saddle
- Specialized XC MTB
- Handlebar
- Specialized XC low-rise
- Handlebar Stem
- Specialized adjustable rise
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Specialized Hi Lo disc; Rear: DT Swiss 370
- Tires
- Specialized Fast Trak Control LK, 26 x 2.0
- Spoke Brand
- DT Swiss Competition 1.8mm/1.6mm butted
Pedals
- Pedals
- Crank Brothers Smarty
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.