The P's on the pick guard (scratch plate), right? No problem, just need a new one. Doesn't matter what it looks like underneath.
Yes, correct
I would have no interest whatsoever if the seller had no interest in me. Sounds like fate giving you the heads up on this transaction. Good luck with what you decide Dude, be careful.
He wanted me to confirm I’d take it with a new case and courier. I asked for a ballpark figure before I’d confirm. Since then crickets...
It’s 9 hours drive away, I also offered to meet him halfway as an option in the courier answer. Which I can see why he wouldn’t as it’s a cheap bass but still... just answer.

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I shoulda known better