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Santa Cruz Hightower 4 CC Frame (2025)

$2,000✨ 20% under market

−$500 vs. fair-price low

Fair-price range: $2,500–$3,500

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2025 Santa Cruz Hightower 4 CC frame with just 90 miles, priced at $2,000.

Why we flagged this

This is a 2025 CC carbon frame with only ~90 miles of use for $2,000, which is significantly below the cost of a new CC frameset.

Watch out

Frame is wireless-only (no cable ports for mechanical shifters). Note the scratches near the derailleur hanger mentioned by the seller.

Price context

Recent comparable units have changed hands between $2,500 and $3,500. At $2,000, this listing is $500 below the low end of fair-market value.

Sold-price history (last 90 days)

Each dot is a comparable unit that actually changed hands. The dashed line is this listing’s asking price.

This listing · $2,000Feb 12May 1$3,700$2,000

Recent sold comparables

Finished sales for similar units, sourced from public listings.

Sold datePriceCondition
May 1, 2026$3,700Like new
May 1, 2026$3,245Very good
Apr 25, 2026$3,455Very good
Apr 18, 2026$3,170Very good
Mar 16, 2026$3,615Used
Mar 4, 2026$3,190Like new
Feb 27, 2026$3,325Very good
Feb 12, 2026$3,275Excellent

Specs

Condition
Excellent - Lightly Ridden
Source
Pinkbike
Travel
150–170mm
Wheels
29"
Drivetrain
12-speed

Frequently asked questions

Why is the Santa Cruz Hightower 4 CC Frame (2025) a deal at this price?

This is a 2025 CC carbon frame with only ~90 miles of use for $2,000, which is significantly below the cost of a new CC frameset.

What should I verify before buying this Santa Cruz Hightower 4 CC Frame (2025)?

Frame is wireless-only (no cable ports for mechanical shifters). Note the scratches near the derailleur hanger mentioned by the seller.

How is the fair-price range estimated?

We use recent finished sales for the same model, configuration, and condition tier — not asking prices. The fair-price range reflects where comparable units have actually changed hands in the last 90 days.

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