1983 CAR Fender Squier Precision Bass Made in Japan - MINT !!!!

mb94952 · #1 11-03-2011, 08:01 PM

Here is my MINT 1983 Fender Squier Precision bass. It was made at the legendary Matsumoku Plant in Japan.

This is an example of Fender's golden era bass guitars.

As we all know, this was the first (or second) year of Squier and the build quality in Japan is top quality, surpassing USA models.This subject will be open for debate, I'm sure from the Fender guys, but personally, I think MIJ basses are top shelf.

This bass looks as if it was untouched for 27 years. It has no marking on it, except for a tiny scratch on the (replaceable) pickguard.

~~$700~~ ~~$600~~ $550 shipped in a gig bag.

mb94952 · #2 11-04-2011, 09:19 AM

bump. It may be a lot for a Squier, but this was when Squier equalled or surpassed Fender USA

mb94952 · #3 11-07-2011, 10:11 AM

BUMP for a bass that feels and sounds equal to or better than any USA Fender...

genstormbringer · #4 11-07-2011, 05:33 PM

I'll bump it for a standup guy and one that wouldn't lie to you either. MOP is a very honest and personable one in a million guy I love em he is my brother. That bass looks killer betcha it plays great too! I have never seen Mike w a bad bass guitar EVER!!! He never buys a bass he doesn't consider keeping even though USA Cirrus basses are his favorite. Bass is not only his passion it's his life.

mb94952 · #5 11-07-2011, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by genstormbringer

I'll bump it for a standup guy and one that wouldn't lie to you either. MOP is a very honest and personable one in a million guy I love em he is my brother. That bass looks killer betcha it plays great too! I have never seen Mike w a bad bass guitar EVER!!! He never buys a bass he doesn't consider keeping even though USA Cirrus basses are his favorite. Bass is not only his passion it's his life.

Lanis - If I ever run for office, you will be my campaign manager !!!

mb94952 · #6 11-08-2011, 07:58 PM

Would love to see a TB'er get this so I don't have to pay FeeBay...

This bass is worth every penny at $550 shipped, but shoot me an offer that works and it's yours

cflat · #7 11-08-2011, 10:18 PM

Come on guys/gals..these are awesome basses!
I have an '86 jazz strapped on right now..it's my new favourite!

But I did put ona Babicz bridge, DN area j's and an Audere pre..

workdaddy · #8 11-09-2011, 12:25 AM

Bridge is kinda far up the body.....is this a 32" scale instrument?

mb94952 · #9 11-09-2011, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by workdaddy

Bridge is kinda far up the body.....is this a 32" scale instrument?

Nope, it's a full scale 34" bass. Weighs about 9.5 lbs like a Fender should.

This is a top quality Fender bass

mb94952 · #10 11-09-2011, 08:36 AM

Bump - I stand corrected - this was made at Fujijen, not Matsumoku. Still better than 80% of the basses out there.

Make offer - I'm tired of giving Ebay commission every time. I'd rather sell it to a TB'er here

Datsgor · #11 11-09-2011, 12:37 PM

Are you the original owner?

mb94952 · #12 11-09-2011, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Datsgor

Are you the original owner?

No, I'm the second owner. The original owner is an eccentric local collector.

You're only 45 mins away. My brother lives off of Gregory / Treat exit in Concord

narud · #13 11-10-2011, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by workdaddy

Bridge is kinda far up the body.....is this a 32" scale instrument?

body doesnt look right for a standard 34" scale sq p bass. the sq's were for the american market and came in black and sunburst

ajn · #14 11-10-2011, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by narud

body doesnt look right for a standard 34" scale sq p bass. the sq's were for the american market and came in black and sunburst

+1 on that. There looks to be several things not quite right about the body, including the location of the bridge, how the pickguard sits relative to the lower bout, and where the upper horn extends to (about a fret too short). I think that even on a 32" scale P-bass, these would not be correct.

To the OP: do you know anything more about the history of this bass?

mb94952 · #15 11-10-2011, 01:30 PM

Well, I guess I need to include photographic proof then, but from the saddle to the nut is 34".

It is possible that this is a non-import model . I am no expert, though.

Plus, since you're in Bay Area, you can check it out in person.

narud · #16 11-10-2011, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by mb94952

Well, I guess I need to include photographic proof then, but from the saddle to the nut is 34".

It is possible that this is a non-import model . I am no expert, though.

Plus, since you're in Bay Area, you can check it out in person.

a domestic japanese squier would have a jv serial.

mb94952 · #17 11-11-2011, 11:49 AM

I have received so many PM's regarding this bass. There seems to be a lot of confusion regarding it's origin.

I am the first person to say that I am not a Fender expert.

I bought this bass this way. MAYBE somebody put this bass together, but it seems stock to me. All signs point to vintage. The Candy Apple Red is even a nice, aged red yet retains it's beauty. Either way, the neck and body are mint and the neck plate serial number matches it's age.

So, I have decided to have YOU guys tell me what the right price for this bass should be. I am not breaking TB rules because I have an asking price. I am motivated to sell this because I just don't need it anymore.

PLEASE make me an offer if you want to buy this bass.

mb94952 · #18 11-16-2011, 08:03 PM

Finally, sold on FeeBay for $300

Now, I don't have to listen to all the PM's telling me what's not correct about this bass

I am not a Fender expert at all, so thank goodness this is over ...

Thanks though for the education.