cancer sale - 1969 Fender Jazz - PRICE DROP!

sleeplessknight · #1 01-14-2009, 11:59 AM

So, my mom has Stage III breast cancer, and no insurance. Yes, that sucks. However thankfully she had the foresight to raise a son who has a penchant for acquiring good music gear, and so here we are today. I decided to start over fresh with this thread (no more endless 'bump!' posts) as well as lower my asking price.

This was my retirement plan. I got this from Jonno1707 about a year ago, and it's everything I wanted in a vintage J and more. It has 'the tone', it has 'the feel', and because it also has 'the modifications' (hey, it's a player), you're gonna pay a lot less than a 'mint condish' axe that probably wasn't all that hot to begin with. This axe is all-original EXCEPT for the pickups (Basslines; according to Jonno he bought it from 'some dude' and the original pickups disintegrated a few years later) and the pots. My understanding is that Jonno also had it routed for a 9V battery at one time by Vinnie Fodera (yes, that Vinnie Fodera) right under the pickguard. I plan to have some more detailed pictures up shortly, but these should give you a decent taste of what's to come. Any detail shots that anybody wants? I am asking $4800 OBO shipped anywhere in the CONUS. I will include a beat-up but sturdy Fodera case (same as I received it). Currently strung with DR Hi-beams.

Vakmere · #2 01-20-2009, 10:33 AM

what is a bump?

allexcosta · #3 01-20-2009, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vakmere

what is a bump?

sleeplessknight · #4 01-22-2009, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vakmere

what is a bump?

It means that it gets jumped from the bottom of whatever page it's on, to the top of the first page (temporarily) so that more people can view it. You can 'bump' your FS ad once a day or so without incurring the wrath of Ye Olde Moderators.

(p.s.: bump!)

iplaybasstexas · #5 02-01-2009, 01:54 PM

my prayers are out to you bro. i wish i had 4800. i can only trade at this point. haha.

sleeplessknight · #6 03-09-2009, 06:14 PM

long-time-no-see BUMP!

Jjango · #7 03-09-2009, 07:46 PM

I'd buy that bass in an instant if I had the greenbacks. Best of luck to you and your mother!

sleeplessknight · #8 03-10-2009, 10:07 AM

Thanks man, good vibes are always much appreciated. Even though chemo is definitely taking its toll, she's doing MUCH better as of late!

ps - bump!

Surtur · #9 03-10-2009, 10:47 AM

My sister survived, never give up hope. Best of luck on the sale and with your mother's progress.

Budha bass · #10 03-10-2009, 11:25 AM

by the way, the new zon will better fit you ....

Groovin · #11 03-10-2009, 12:15 PM

Best wishes sir.

Soverntear · #12 03-10-2009, 12:22 PM

if i had it. id say ebay it but from what ive sene of ebay recently it will go for way to little

sleeplessknight · #13 03-11-2009, 07:49 AM

bump!

sleeplessknight · #14 03-12-2009, 06:53 AM

sleeplessknight · #15 03-13-2009, 03:02 PM

Humberto · #16 03-13-2009, 03:11 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you. My sister in law is a survivor and I'm happy to hear that your mom is doing better.

I don't have the $$ myself but I'll pm you with what I'm hoping to do to help you sell this piece of history. It's a great looking bass.

Good luck.

jonno1707 · #17 03-13-2009, 03:42 PM

This is THE VINTAGE JAZZ TO OWN guys and one of the best I have ever had the pleasure of owning...

Scootr117 · #18 03-13-2009, 06:29 PM

Nice Bass.....Best wishes for your family.

doktorfeelgood · #19 03-13-2009, 09:14 PM

Nice bass... Hope your Mom is doing well. Best Of Luck to you both. )-(

Rendog92 · #20 03-15-2009, 07:17 PM

I hope you sell this beautiful bass.