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Old 06-17-2021, 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by ceciltguitar View Post
I’m not an expert, but my observation is that the price of used high quality guitars in good condition seems to usually be closer to 75% of the same new model guitar.
Looking back on the several Emeralds that I've sold, I'd tend to agree with the 75% estimate. However, given the vast array of possible options that may or may not attract a buyer, 75% is just an estimate. I'd suggest that the closer one's Emerald is to fairly stock, the easier it will be to sell and get the maximum price. I doubt that someone who bought their Emerald from the factory and included a fair number of options is going to realize 75% back on the used market, especially if they incurred one of those last minute ransom payments...
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