Fair price for a used Gibson TBird?

[debaser2]

Hello all,
I'm sadly thinking about getting rid of my Gibson Thunderbird in order to fund a trip to Peru. I bought it brand new in 2002 for $1400 before tax and it is still pretty much brand new. I was in a band but we only practiced every other weekend and would do shows 3-4 times a year. The only thing wrong with it is minor indentions on the back from a belt buckle.

Can someone tell me a fair price to get for it so I don't get ripped off? Like I said, it's my baby and I'll cry when it goes, but I plan on getting an email and phone # and staying in touch with her.

Thanks in advance!
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[anyonefortennis]

I think $1100 would be fair.

As a side note, the pink fluff is pretty awful.

 

[Ampeg SVT]

uh oh



GAS ATTACK

 

[RickenBoogie]

Nice lookin' bass. I love the neck on a Thunderbird, just right kinda skinny. Good luck with it, (as in I hope you snap out of it and don't sell it)

 

[OptimusPrime]

Instead of making a new thread. What do you guys think would be a fair price for a 2 month old Gibson SG RI bass in perfect condition with the hard case? (NOT AN AD)

 

[GeneralElectric]

Is this the Thunderbird IV or the Thunderbird Studio?

You can probably get one for $800. The problem is with Gibsons is that its a buyers market in the bass world.

 

[debaser2]

It's a Thunderbird IV.

 

[GeneralElectric]

It looks to me that on the forearm bout there is some finish damage. It might just be your plushy hard shell case though.

I'm guessing from $850-1000 USD for that bass. Gibson basses aren't very popular in general so you might have trouble selling it. I suggest putting it on the 'bay with a $1 starting bid to see what you'll get. Set your reserve around $800 though.

 

[Ampeg SVT]

Hey at least he isnt going to sell it like $1550 like that one guy in the classifieds (no offense)

 

[GeneralElectric]

Yeah, I think its overpriced, but figure those cost about $2000 new now. They also don't sell very well.

I saw it there as well. However some people value limited finishes and woods more than others (i.e. me)

 

[TBird1958]

I think 1400.00 a good price for that bass, I sold an '02 in natural for that much here in Seattle no problem......Very sought after in these parts because there has never really been a solid Gibson dealer here, locally they're very desirable as an alternate to the usual drinkwater shaped choices...........I know Bass Northwest would have it as a consignment if you can get it there, they're absolutely pro to deal with in every way.

 

[Hansel]

I say 1000 Flat, You will sell quick too. or 1200 and buy an Sunburst Epi T-Bird a voila nothing even happened you just gained 1 grand.

 

[Bassplayer_479]

I say 1000 Flat, You will sell quick too. or 1200 and buy an Sunburst Epi T-Bird a voila nothing even happened you just gained 1 grand.

Since when is an Epi T Bird equivalent to this lovely bass?

 

[GeneralElectric]

Since when is an Epi T Bird equivalent to this lovely bass?

Do you really want to open up this can of worms?

 

[Hansel]

Do you really want to open up this can of worms?

Don't worry he's behind the brick wall.

 

[JimB52]

$950 - $1100