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 introduced in the early 1990s (around 1991) as an evolution of the “Master” series, which began in the 1980s and became a symbol of Italian craftsmanship in road cycling.

Key features:
* Steel frame made from Columbus Gilco tubing with star-shaped profiles (stiff yet comfortable)
* Finely crafted lugs, often chromed (fork and rear stays)
* Classic racing geometry with excellent stability
* Distinctive paint jobs, especially the famous Art Decor designs

Historical context:
The Master Olympic came out during a transitional era: steel was still dominant, but aluminum and carbon frames were starting to rise. Colnago chose to perfect steel instead, creating a bike that balanced performance with craftsmanship.

It was also used in professional racing, though it became more known for its refined ride quality than pure aggressiveness.

Why it’s a top vintage bike
Today, the Master Olympic is highly sought after because:
* it represents the peak of high-performance steel frames
* it has a unique and recognizable aesthetic
* it’s still great to ride today
* it holds strong value among collectors

In short, it’s not just a vintage bike, it’s a cult classic for enthusiasts of traditional road cycling.

From my collection I am selling Italian vintage bike Colnago master Olimpic Light Blue Colorurs, original paint, just restored in some parts looks like in good condition.

Bike has all components:
- frame Colnago with Columbus tubes model “Gilco Design” fork model “precisa”
- campagnolo shifters Mirage 2 front crown and 9 back
- campagnolo Mirage Levers, and brake callliper
- handlebar ITM Made in Italy + stem 3TTT Phantograp
- botton braket campagnolo
- headset Campagnolo
- bottle cage Made in Italy
- hubs campagnolo
- saddle “Bassano Selle” model excalibur vuelta(very rare) combined with same tape colour

Size 58x58 Large / Extra Large size
Size 58 vertical tube (center / center) x 58 horizontal tube (center/ 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. PLS use the zoom to watch minor signs of use even if its conditions are great); this bike is pre owned so it s not selling as 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 photos carefully as the are part of the description.

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

Please ask your questions in advance. Shipping worldwide possible, I put EUROPE costs, if you are out EUROPE, PLEASE contact me to calculate standard or quick type of shipment to your country.

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

POLICY
Item back is not possible, see all photos very well and if you have questions, please write to me before to put a bid.
Please look carefully all the pictures to avoid troubles for description; you will receive exactly all you see in the pics..
So pls contact me for 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 racing 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 becoming a symbol of Italian craftsmanship in road cycling.

Main features
* Steel frame in Columbus Gilco tubes with star-shaped cross-sections (rigidity + comfort)
* Finely crafted welds and often chromed (fork and rear stays)
* Classic racing geometry, yet surprisingly stable
* Elaborate paint finishes (famous Art Decor versions and vivid color schemes)

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

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

Why it’s considered “vintage top”
Today the Master Olympic is highly sought after because:
* it represents the pinnacle of modern steel
* it has a distinctive aesthetic
* it remains perfectly rideable
* 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 Olimpic in light blue, original paint, touched up in some points with similar paint, in good condition.

Bike components:
- Colnago frame with Columbus tubes model “Gilco Design” fork model preciso
- front and rear derailleurs and shifters Campagnolo Mirage, two chainrings in the front and nine speeds in the back
- Campagnolo Mirage group
- ITM drop handlebars Made in Italy + 3TTT panograph stem
- Campagnolo bottom bracket
- Campagnolo headset
- Bottle cage Made in Italy
- Campagnolo hubs
- saddle “Bassano Selle” model escalibur vuelta (very rare) paired with a tape of the same color

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

Ideal for Ciclostoriche such as EROICA POLVEROSA INTREPIDA ARTICA MOSERISSIMA BATTAGLIA VIGNA STORICA and others.

Before bidding please carefully check the photos and feel free to ask questions.
Returns are not accepted once the item is won.