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11-30-2021, 08:48 PM
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I'm always up for buying used. You can save 25-30% that way. I've never had to make use of a warranty claim on a new guitar, so that wouldn't bother me - unless it were a recent Martin.
$2000 CDN would be a reasonable price for a used 300 series Taylor, or potentially a really great deal on a higher series. Are you up to speed on potential problem areas to look for when buying used? 
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11-30-2021, 09:51 PM
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11-30-2021, 10:21 PM
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Can’t add much in terms of what to check out. I try to have a straight edge to get a better sense of neck and top and back being how you like em to be. I often take a trusted friend along too. They remember things I might forget to check. That allows me to hear the guitar played and hear it as I hear my friend play other guitars. All of my guitars were owned by others first. Most by members of the AGF or the UMGF, or both. Played them all before buying. There are always more really nice and really interesting guitars for sale or trade right here (and occasionally in my price range. No doubt there are a couple now and 5-10 more in the wish upon a star range. All from sellers who have earned trust here on the forum. Welcome and best of luck with it.
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11-30-2021, 10:35 PM
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12-01-2021, 12:46 AM
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That’s just gorgeous. Great choice!
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12-01-2021, 06:46 AM
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Consider both used and new in your range, if you come across one that you really love, whether it's the used or new, get that one.
For some reason I've mostly bought new, due to where I live, if you have something specific in mind, good luck finding it used until a year or two later. Unless you buy online of course. Not sure you're preferences, but with 2 grand cad I'd buy a Larrivee D-40, or for a couple hundred more, if you prefer rosewood I'd buy a D-40R or for a thousand less a Yamaha LL16. Last edited by Wellington; 12-01-2021 at 11:58 AM.
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12-01-2021, 07:11 AM
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Buying used generally saves some money, but I can't find used guitars with the absence of features, i.e. cutaway, electronics that others prefer...
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12-01-2021, 07:25 AM
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If you like the tone of this one, you should be in good shape. It’s very easy on the eyes and looks like a high quality Taylor. You can take it to a qualified guitar repair shop and ask them to look it over for you and do a quick setup. Should be a low or no cost affair. Enjoy.
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12-01-2021, 07:41 AM
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I've bought all of my guitars used and have been very pleased with all of the results. I feel you can get really great guitars in very good condition for a lot less than new if you bide your time and do your homework.
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12-01-2021, 11:02 AM
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Looks like you did well on that Taylor as long as you like the sound and playability. It looks great in the pics! Finding the one that fits you and plays well for you is the key.
I bought a gently used Taylor 522e 12-fret a few months ago that has quickly become my favorite guitar, surpassing even my Martin CEO-7 I think. It just sounds so good and is easier to play than another other guitar I've had. I went to see it and was prepared to offer the seller less than his asking price. But after I played it for about 5 minutes, I handed him the full asking price and felt like I was getting a very good deal. That's what you call a win-win.
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12-01-2021, 11:07 AM
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Sometimes you just got to trust your instinct.
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12-01-2021, 11:08 AM
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Sometimes you just got to trust your instinct. Someone once told me that if you're on the fence about something, just jump the way you're leaning, and dont look back.
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