DJeck Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 My dad had a Gibson ES 330 TD guitar that he purchased in May of 1967. He has the original receipt from the purchase. I am not a guitar person and am trying to get some information on this guitar. It is an orange color that fades to black. Could someone help me with any information on this guitar as to value or demand for the guitar. My dad passed away and our family is trying to find out something about this guitar. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artie Owl Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Sorry for your loss. I'm sure someone here can give you more info on the guitar, but it is a shame you're selling it instead of keeping it in the family to hand down. You'll never get what it's worth these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Welcome. A very nice Gibson and collectable. According to ebay - http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=gibson+ES+330+TD+&_sacat=See-All-Categories the asking price is around $3000 look up completed auctions to see the winning bids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krock Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Im sorry for your loss.I've known people to pay more than that if that particular model is in good condish and comes with all the case candy. I feel that you'd probably get more if you hang onto it for a bit longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoConMan Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 My dad had a Gibson ES 330 TD guitar that he purchased in May of 1967. He has the original receipt from the purchase. I too am sorry for the loss of your father. Down to the heart of the matter; The market for that guitar is hard to predict for a variety of reasons. Your location is the primary thing. Could you advertise it locally - guitar shops, newspaper, etc? That would likely yield the best return - if you have the time and patience to field calls. This is assuming you are in an area where the buyers will see it. Dealers who would accept it on consignment are usually helpful, but will take a big cut of your cash. Any dealer willing to buy it outright will lowball you in a mercenary fashion. If you decide to sell the guitar online, it will bring an average price. It's probably the easiest way to move it with such a massive market, but don't expect a jackpot. Rarely do guitars fetch any remarkable sum of money on Ebay unless they are remarkable themselves. Doesn't hurt to try - just don't expect too much. Also, that guitar is considered an Old Man's guitar. Selling a 1967 Corvette is one thing - selling a 1967 Oldsmobile is another. Please understand, the guitar is a great piece and I would love to have it. But most guitar buyers are young, and they want "cool" guitars. Flip side - an ES 330 TD is a prize and treasure for older buyers, and buyers who KNOW guitars. Just not appealing to the mass market. I will only this once question your NEED to sell the guitar. Is it something that really has to happen? It will never go down in value - perhaps you could get it cleaned up and put it away. Never know when conversation with any random person could reveal a desire for your treasure. Might make a nice chunk of change on it if you can wait. Or just pass it on as an heirloom, eh? You can call Gibson Customer Service at 800-444-2766. Give them the serial number, and discuss what you have. Their records are spotty, but you may unearth a treasure of detailed information. That has value as well when the time comes to sell - documentation impresses some people. I like it. There are plenty of sharp guys on here who can help you out. Gather all the info and advice you can, and good luck with whatever you decide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoonerBuckeye Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Sorry for your loss. To answer your question---the ES 330TD is basically the same guitar as the Epiphone Casino which the Beatles played quite a bit. The guitar features 2 P90 single coil pickups and is a true fully hollow body electric---unlike the ES 335 which is a semi-hollow body with humbucking pickups. The Vintage Guitar Guide that I have shows the instrument to be valued at approx. $2,900.00 to $3,400.00 in Excellent to Excellent Plus condition if it has the deluxe hardshell case. If not, subtract $100.00. Of course, the market right now may not be quite that high and it all depends on the condition of the guitar. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milod Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 I echo what the other guys have written... Especially, my sympathy for your loss and that this is not currently a good time for sales of such guitars for reasons already stated. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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