gotomsdos Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 Hi, buddies out there. I'm paying for a Banner J-45. But the GAS does not seem to have gone. Also I'd like to get an early 50's J-45(as a comparison), especially 1950-1951. After long time searching, found Gary's Class Guitars(Ohio ?) has three 1950-1951 J-45s. http://www.garysguitars.com/search?keys=j-45 But the price is very high(6xxx-7xxx). The rest of my budget is limited. Anyone who ever bought from him ? Any discount ? or can make an offer? if yes, about how much percentage discount ? Any input would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 The used guitar market is different from the new guitar market, in that there are no fixed prices established by the manufacturer. The final selling price is whatever is determined by negotiations between the buyer and seller. The seller starts off with an asking price, which may or may not have any flexibility in it. You should always feel free to make an offer, and the seller will always feel free to reject your offer, but may make a counter offer. I've never dealt with this particular dealer. He gets nice guitars, but his prices tend to be high. The good thing about buying from a reputable dealer is that there is usually (but not always) a return period, where you can send the guitar back if you feel it has been misrepresented in any way. At the same time, it's always "caveat emptor": let the buyer beware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyearspickn Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 I thought 'caveat emptor' was Latin for 'Body Cavity Search" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mz-s Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 Make an offer and don't be timid about it. This is business - nobody takes anything personally. You'll have to do research. Find the average selling price on Reverb and other resale sites, make an adjustment from that for the guitar they have (better or worse condition, etc). I wouldn't come in with a set percentage in mind - every sale is different. If they're not willing to sell for what you consider a reasonable price, walk away. They'll either find their buyer or they'll sit on the inventory for a while. This is just like buying a car or a trinket at the flea market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 I have always wondered if Gary's Guitars actually gets those prices they ask. Then again, I have never gone out with cash in my pocket intending to buy a guitar never mind searching down a specific make, model and year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 I have always wondered if Gary's Guitars actually gets those prices they ask. Then again, I have never gone out with cash in my pocket intending to buy a guitar never mind searching down a specific make, model and year. The prices are absurd in most instances. Can't help but wonder the same thing.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
62burst Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 Goto- Don't feel bad about any latent GAS after your recent purchase of the incoming Banner; it is not uncommon to continue to look around, wondering if you made the right decision. Rest assured- I think you made a very good decision on that J-45. Here is some previous discussion on Gary’s, and his “ambitious" pricing : Link And Happy Birthday, J45Nick. + many more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 And Happy Birthday, J45Nick. + many more.[/size] Thanks, 62B. Definitely feel a bit older this year. One of those milestone years, but I'm still here, and still pickin'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobouz Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 Definitely feel a bit older this year. One of those milestone years, but I'm still here, and still pickin'. 70 right?..... Well, that's the new fifty, so you're still a young pup. Looking forward to your 10,000th post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 70 right?..... Well, that's the new fifty, so you're still a young pup. Looking forward to your 10,000th post! Good news! I thought 70 was the new 60😒 I like the forum more all the time👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 Good news! I thought 70 was the new 60 I like the forum more all the time You would, since you're just a couple of days younger than I am. Lots of guitar-pickin' Aquarian geezers here, for better or worse. Makes sense, if you think about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotomsdos Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 WoW old buddies, so many reply ! Thank you all ! J45nick's Birthday? if yes, Happy Birthday to you j45nick ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotomsdos Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 Goto- Here is some previous discussion on Gary’s, and his “ambitious" pricing : Link . Wow Thank you 62burst for your good brain ! the discussion thread was started just by myself more than 3 years back ! Too long to remember...my God,HAHAHA...just dig this retro stuff... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 WoW old buddies, so many reply ! Thank you all ! J45nick's Birthday? if yes, Happy Birthday to you j45nick ! Thanks, gotomsdos. Glad to hear your search is going well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 You would, since you're just a couple of days younger than I am. Lots of guitar-pickin' Aquarian geezers here, for better or worse. Makes sense, if you think about it. Yes it does☺ These days, thinking about stuff that makes sense is rare and deeply appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotomsdos Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 Yes it does☺ These days, thinking about stuff that makes sense is rare and deeply appreciated! OldCowboy ! j45nick's younger brother ? So an early Happy Birthday to you ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mking Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I have bought and sold to Gary. His prices are high. He didn't budge on the price of a 1963 LG-2. I sold him a 1963 Fender Esquire for a very good price. He turned around and had it on his site for a whol lot more. After a few months it was no longer on his site. Who knows what he got for it. He is good to deal with and does offer returns. It never hurts to make an offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 OldCowboy ! j45nick's younger brother ? So an early Happy Birthday to you ! Many thanks to you, sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotomsdos Posted January 24, 2017 Author Share Posted January 24, 2017 I have bought and sold to Gary. His prices are high. He didn't budge on the price of a 1963 LG-2. I sold him a 1963 Fender Esquire for a very good price. He turned around and had it on his site for a whol lot more. After a few months it was no longer on his site. Who knows what he got for it. He is good to deal with and does offer returns. It never hurts to make an offer. Great help , thank you ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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