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Value of Clean 65 jazz bass

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by Andrew Jones, Jan 7, 2009.

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  1. Jan 7, 2009 #1
    Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones Inactive

    Feb 28, 2001
    Northampton Mass
    Hi


    I'm hoping to get real expert opinons on the value of this bass.


    Clean, very good condition L series 1965 (post CBS) Jazz Bass all original except a refret possibly two with a subtle plainning of the fingerboard.With OHSC.

    Don't know the neck date


    I'd like it's peak market value and what is a realistic price in todays market.


    Aj
     
  2. Jan 7, 2009 #2
    SanDiegoHarry

    SanDiegoHarry Inactive Supporting Member

    Aug 11, 2008
    San Diego, CA
    zillions.
     
  3. Jan 7, 2009 #3
    Pilgrim

    Pilgrim Supporting Member

    Jul 8, 2004
    Fort Collins, Colorado
    You need to find a professional appraiser and have them appraise it. Seriously. Not a guitar Center geek - someone who is in the business. Check the web. Expect to pay around $100 for the appraisal, and it will be worth it.
     
  4. Jan 7, 2009 #4
    Jim Carr

    Jim Carr Dr. Jim

    Jan 21, 2006
    Denton, TX or Kailua, HI
    fEARful Kool-Aid dispensing liberal academic card-carrying union member Musicians Local 72-147
    Gruhn Guitars in Nashville.
     
  5. Jan 7, 2009 #5
    jambassist

    jambassist Guest

    Sep 1, 2002
    Easton, PA
    I don't know whose up your way, but you might want to check with Mandolin Brothers on Staten Island. They handle a lot of high end and vintage gear. If they can't help you, they'll point you to someone legit that can. Their site is www.mandoweb.com
     
  6. Jan 7, 2009 #6
    Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones Inactive

    Feb 28, 2001
    Northampton Mass
    I need to be clearer....

    I don't want appraised, I don't need to know its validly.


    I'm hoping ofr some TB'er who plays in this world to give me a idea of it value. That does not mean I'm not interested in random post I'm just waiting for some who knows this stuff pretty well.



    Aj
     
  7. Jan 7, 2009 #7
    Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones Inactive

    Feb 28, 2001
    Northampton Mass
    Pics


    IMG_0947.jpg
    IMG_0950.jpg
    IMG_0951.jpg

    This one is to show amount of plaining if any to board.


    IMG_0956.jpg
     
  8. Jan 7, 2009 #8
    RichSnyder

    RichSnyder Columbia, MD Supporting Member

    Jun 19, 2003
    I'm confused?

    You need to take the advice and have it appraised.
     
  9. Jan 7, 2009 #9
    Jefenator

    Jefenator Supporting Member

    Aug 22, 2008
    Oregon
  10. Jan 7, 2009 #10
    Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones Inactive

    Feb 28, 2001
    Northampton Mass
    Wow....Impressive editing my words together to form ideas that misconstrue my intentions.... Do you work of the Press?


    Ok now I'm on the defensive, a pleasant place to be (got to love this place).


    To me the service of "appraisal" is primarily to confirm the validity of a instrument. I guess the term "certificate of authenticity" would be more accurate.

    That to me is the value of such a service. It would be a asset to a seller.


    I just want peoples opinions,,, based upon what they have noticed.The more experienced the the better. I know someone will come along and treat this appropriately.



    Aj
     
  11. Jan 7, 2009 #11
    RJC1811

    RJC1811

    Nov 19, 2008
    Canandaigua, NY
    I say rout it out and put some active EMG's in there. I hear the new Hipshot ultralite tuners are great too. I would put a set of those on as well. Of course you need a badass bridge on it, think of the sustain. :bag:

    Seriously, that is a beautiful bass. Sorry I can't help you with a value. I think you could get a good idea by searching the vintage ads and looking for comparable basses for sale.

    Bob
     
  12. Jan 7, 2009 #12
    JerBear80

    JerBear80 You smell like cats in here. Supporting Member

    Dec 19, 2006
    MN
    I have a price guide from 2006 that stays is worth about 7 to 7.5K in excellent condition. I'm sure its still right around there, maybe a few hundred more. Hope that helps
     
  13. Jan 7, 2009 #13
    RichSnyder

    RichSnyder Columbia, MD Supporting Member

    Jun 19, 2003

    I think you'll find that the majority opinion is that you have something that potentially has a lot of value. You should really get advice from a pro. It's like taking a Ferrari to Jiffy Lube.
     
  14. Jan 7, 2009 #14
    Balkan

    Balkan

    Aug 8, 2005
    New York, NY
    Wow, that's expensive, although isn't white a custom color? I think the sunburst are always the cheapest all else being equal.

     
  15. Jan 7, 2009 #15
    von buck

    von buck

    Feb 22, 2008
    wolcott ct.
    An appraisser will tell you what it's worth, not just validate.

    Andy
     
  16. Jan 7, 2009 #16
    Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones Inactive

    Feb 28, 2001
    Northampton Mass

    Thanks,,just to be clear ( because I've never seen your book) are most of the description in there? IE refret? post cbs but L series?

    Nice,Thanks and that's right about where I'd guess. I'm the potential buyer, the seller is a good friend.


    Aj
     
  17. Jan 7, 2009 #17
    Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones Inactive

    Feb 28, 2001
    Northampton Mass

    True, but IMHO its a byproduct of the service.



    Aj
     
  18. Jan 7, 2009 #18
    RichSnyder

    RichSnyder Columbia, MD Supporting Member

    Jun 19, 2003
    Get an appraiser *especially* if it's a good friend.
     
  19. Jan 7, 2009 #19
    Jim Carr

    Jim Carr Dr. Jim

    Jan 21, 2006
    Denton, TX or Kailua, HI
    fEARful Kool-Aid dispensing liberal academic card-carrying union member Musicians Local 72-147
    AJ,

    Honestly, an appraisal is a valuation, not a validation. The value arrived at by an appraiser also includes the "validity." Try a real appraiser, as several have suggested. Since a friend is selling, he will want to know, too. :cool:

    Nice Jazz, btw.
     
  20. Jan 7, 2009 #20
    Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones Inactive

    Feb 28, 2001
    Northampton Mass
    Alright I need to disclose,my friend is a luithier. He's 57 and has been collecting fenders for 30 years.

    We know what we have here, we also have associates that buy and sell these things semi professionally.

    I'm out here in trying to get a clue of what to expect and to be honest 7k is what I expected.

    Aj
     
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