Bruce-
Like Pat, I wouldn't pay $500 for it either. Tenor guitars don't appeal to me very much, and this one was a pretty common model.
I don't know the current 'Price Guide' number for it, but my 2005 book lists the value for an excellent example (with case) at $1000-1500.
This eBay one had neck 'problems'- bow with 4mm at 12th fret. Probably needed a partial refret at least, and fix of divots in fingerboard. Bridge seems to be missing a chunk. Finish looks 'funny' to me, too- these eBay 'treasures' often have had a coat of polyurethane wiped over the original finish.
The seller didn't point out the neck problems in the original ad- only in response to a question. It makes the buyer wonder what else 'hasn't been mentioned'.The ad copy sounded a bit cranky as well- would you enjoy dealing with this guy?
Checking the seller's feedback, there haven't been many sales recently- most of the feedback is for buying- and the most recent sold item was a watch, previous items sold included a Barbie doll, etc...so not a guitar guy, for sure. With no case, you have to wonder whether the seller could pack/ship it safely.
And on top of that, the seller doesn't take Paypal, which is a 'red flag' for many buyers.
If I'd been the seller, I wouldn't have set the reserve so high- you can often get more if you have the nerve to set the reserve low (or no reserve)- the chances of getting a bidding war going are much better.
That said, eBay is crazy- and getting more so every month. If this tenor had been kicked in, it probably would have gone for $1000 as a 'project'! Sometimes you gotta wonder..
Cheers
John
|
