Colnago - Master Olympic - Bicycle - Unknown

The Colnago Master Olympic is one of the most iconic steel road bikes ever produced by the Italian brand Colnago, founded by Ernesto Colnago.
It was born in the early 1990s (around 1991) as an evolution of the “Master” series, a line started in the 1980s and became a symbol of Italian artisanal excellence in road cycling.

Key features
* Steel frame made from Columbus Gilco tubing with star-shaped sections (rigidity + comfort)
* Finely crafted lugs, often chromed (fork and rear stays)
* Classic racing geometry, yet surprisingly stable
* Elaborate paint jobs (famous Art Decor versions and vivid color schemes)

Historical context
The Master Olympic arrives at a period of transition: steel frames are still dominant, but aluminum and carbon are emerging. Nonetheless, Colnago focuses on perfecting steel, offering a bike that blends performance and craftsmanship.

It has also been used in professional racing, maintaining a reputation as a refined and precise bike, more about finesse than pure aggressiveness.

Why it’s considered top vintage
Today the Master Olympic is highly sought after because:
* it represents the apex of modern steel
* it has an unmistakable aesthetic
* it remains perfectly rideable today
* it maintains high value among collectors and enthusiasts

In short: it’s not just a vintage bike, but a cult object for those who love classic cycling.

From my collection I am selling a beautiful Colnago Master Olympic in light blue, original paint, touched up in some spots with similar paint, in good condition.

Bike components:
- frame Colnago with Columbus tubes model “Gilco Design” fork model “precisa”
- front and rear Campagnolo Mirage 2 levers and 9-speed rear
- Campagnolo Mirage brakes
- ITM Made in Italy handlebar + 3TTT pantographed stem
- Campagnolo bottom bracket
- Campagnolo headset
- Bottle cage Made in Italy
- Campagnolo hubs
- Saddle “Bassano Selle” model Excalibur Vuelta (very rare) paired with a tape of the same color

Size 58x58 Large / Extra Large size
Size 58 vertical tube (center-to-center) x 58 horizontal tube (center-to-center)

This is your chance to own a piece of cycling history. You need this item for your collection.

Note: Additional pictures available upon request. It may show certain characteristics of age. Please use zoom to inspect minor signs of use even if its condition is good); this bike is pre-owned so it’s not being sold as a new perfect one. Please feel free to ask us any specific questions you may have about this treasure.

I tried my best to picture all paint defects; please study the photos carefully as they are part of the description.

There are no returns accepted - what you see is what you get.

Please ask your questions in advance. Worldwide shipping possible; I quote EUROPE costs, if you are outside EUROPE, PLEASE contact me to calculate standard or quick type of shipment to your country.

Any additional taxes, duties or charges are the buyer’s responsibility, and these fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
For more details please contact your country's customs office.

POLICY
Item cannot be returned, see all photos clearly and if you have questions, please write to me before bidding.
Please look carefully at all the pictures to avoid misunderstandings about the description; you will receive exactly what you see in the pictures.
So please contact me with any questions.
It can also be mounted on Campagnolo C Record components, C-Record Super Record,
I also consider an exchange with bikes such as Wilier Triestina Copper White Arabesque, Colnago Campagnolo 50th Anniversary, Masi de Rosa Pogliaghi Pegoretti Galmozzi or modern carbon bicycles such as Wilier Air, White Over XR3.

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The Colnago Master Olympic is one of the most iconic steel road bikes ever produced by the Italian brand Colnago, founded by Ernesto Colnago.
It was born in the early 1990s (around 1991) as an evolution of the “Master” series, a line started in the 1980s and became a symbol of Italian artisanal excellence in road cycling.

Key features
* Steel frame made from Columbus Gilco tubing with star-shaped sections (rigidity + comfort)
* Finely crafted lugs, often chromed (fork and rear stays)
* Classic racing geometry, yet surprisingly stable
* Elaborate paint jobs (famous Art Decor versions and vivid color schemes)

Historical context
The Master Olympic arrives at a period of transition: steel frames are still dominant, but aluminum and carbon are emerging. Nevertheless, Colnago focuses on perfecting steel, offering a bike that blends performance and craftsmanship.

It has also been used in professional racing, maintaining a reputation as a refined and precise bike, more about finesse than extreme aggression.

Why it’s considered vintage top
Today the Master Olympic is highly sought after because:
* it represents the apex of modern steel
* it has an unmistakable aesthetic
* it remains perfectly rideable today
* it maintains high value among collectors and enthusiasts

In short: it’s not just a vintage bike, but a cult object for those who love classic cycling.

From my collection I am selling a beautiful Colnago Master Olympic in light blue, original paint, touched up in some points with similar paint, in good condition.

Bike components:
- frame Colnago with Columbus tubes model “Gilco Design” fork model “precisa”
- front and rear Campagnolo Mirage derailleurs and shifters (2 front cogs and 9 speeds back)
- Campagnolo Mirage brakes
- ITM handlebar Made in Italy + 3TTT pantographed stem
- Campagnolo bottom bracket
- Campagnolo headset
- Bottle cage Made in Italy
- Campagnolo hubs
- Saddle “Bassano Selle” model Excalibur Vuelta (very rare) paired with the same color tape

Size 58x58 Large / Extra Large size
Size 58cm vertical tube (center-to-center) x 58cm horizontal tube (center-to-center)

Ideal for cycling events like EROICA POLVEROSA INTREPIDA ARTICA MOSERISSIMA BATTAGLIA VIGNA STORICA and others.

Before bidding, please carefully check the photos and ask any questions.
Returns are not accepted after winning.