London Cycle Exchange (LCE) is a new and unique platform for buying and selling pre-owned performance bicycles. The new LCE website aims to offer a worry-free and hassle-free experience that enables cyclists to trade bikes with fellow cycling enthusiasts.
Matt Connelley, Founder and Purchasing Director, said “I set up London Cycle Exchange to make buying and selling pre-owned performance bikes an easier, safer and more enjoyable process.”
He added, “I’ve been unfortunate enough to have experienced bike theft first hand, a number of times, and I wanted to create a platform that’s trusted and gives people confidence to trade in the used market at the higher price points. Also, selling via the current online platforms can be a protracted and drawn-out experience, leaving the seller frustrated and often out of pocket.”
To take the doubt away from buying a pre-owned bike, all transactions are with LCE directly. LCE ensures buyers know exactly what they are paying for – including the bike’s origin and history. All transactions are backed up by LCE’s Cycle Origin Guarantee providing assurance of provenance, security and mechanical worthiness. Any bikes found to be stolen will be given to the police.
All bikes featured on LCE’s website are subject to a full mechanical inspection by a Cycletech-accredited mechanic and covered by a three-month warranty.
For sellers, the process is quick and easy – with LCE ensuring they get a fair price and their bike is collected free of charge. LCE also provides an exchange service enabling cyclists to upgrade or change their bike on the platform too.
LCE is also partnering with cycling retailers and cycle touring companies by offering ex-demo or tour bike purchasing and part exchange services. LCE will purchase trade ins so that the process of upgrading is simpler and cheaper for retailers and their customers.
