Anybody selling a 320 or 325?

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Anybody selling a 320 or 325?

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I'm looking to purchase a 320 or 325 if someone has one available. I would prefer a mapleglo, but would really be open to anything that's available. If you've got something or a lead on something please contact me via email at brianeharmonjr@hotmail.com or send me a message on the forum.
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I've got my 325V63 for sale at the following address:

http://www.webcorral.com/Ivg_Inventory_frame.html

Scroll down a bit, it's there. If you purchase that, I can save up for another guitar!
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Re: Anybody selling a 320 or 325?

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Still looking. I'd love to have one in MG or FG, but anything will do. Please let me know if you've got something or got a lead on something. I definitely can't spend over $2K.
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Hi there,
I'm afraid I know from experience that $2k isn't going to be enough for a 320 or 325v59. I'm a lefty and I won't horrify you with how much we have to pay for these beauties! Certainly not helped by the latest price rise...
However - good luck!
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Re: Anybody selling a 320 or 325?

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Well, they are definitely around. I just missed a used 325c58 at a Wisconsin music store for $1750 and I've seen several 325v59 and 325v63 models go on ebay and various retailers for $1700-$1900. And I've seen some older 320's and 325's go for around $1500, so it's definitely possible. I'm just waiting around for the right one. I know the lowest price I've seen on a new 325 (v or c series) or 1996 is about $2295. And I'm not a lefty, so it shouldn't be near as hard for me as it is for you.
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Keep at it Brian, they can be found for under $2k for sure. An '83 320 I sold Chris at POTR sold for $1500 or $1600 just two months ago or so.

I think you'd have better luck finding an original 80's model for a good price than a vintage reissue.
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They appear every now and then, so I'll keep my eyes open.

Try to find another one like these, though:
320 Red
320 Red
320 Silver
320 Silver
now that would be a bit more difficult!

(Sorry neither is currently for sale!)
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PM sent (yes, I spotted something already ...).
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Re: Anybody selling a 320 or 325?

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Here's a nice looking 325V58 for $1750.00.

http://www.davesguitar.com/product/26639.JPG

Give Laun a call - 608-785-7704, good guy.
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Not meaning to hijack the thread, but Jake's link above lead me to look at a "1967 Gibson ES-335" that the dealer has advertised as "all original" ... it isn't, the knobs are not correct for a '67 (I know because my 1967 ES335TDC is all original). Of course, the 1967 attribution is may not be correct, too.
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Another PM sent ... yes, I spotted another one ... what can I say?!
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Well, I snagged one. Some of you may have seen the '02 325c58 MG in the for sale section (link below). I called the shop as soon as I saw the thread posted to put some money on it, but the guy said that it was already on hold pending a trade in, but I would be the first person he called should something happen. Well, I waited a couple days, and held out on a couple other purchases, and he called me back and said it was available. I immediately sent him the money to put it on hold. I will send the balance on monday and it should be in my hands by the end of the week. Patience is definitely a virtue. It's in great condition except for some mild buckle rash on the back, a few small dings, and a missing Kauffman Vibrola arm, but I've already ordered a trapeze to replace the Kauffman. I'm very glad that I held out for this one, as it is the exact model of 325 I wanted most. As soon as it arrives I will post some pictures, after I play with for a while, of course. So, thanks to everyone who had tips and leads. I greatly appreciate it.

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Congrats, Brian! You'll be amazed at how light-weight that c58 is.
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Congrats, Brian! You'll be amazed at how light-weight that c58 is.
You got that right! My first Ric was a 350v63, which I thought was an incredibly small, lightweight guitar. When I pulled my first c58 out of it's case, I thought someone had sub'd a toy replica! Feather light...and a joy at that!!

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Well, I received my 325c58 MG, and after a grueling 24hr wait, too, her out this evening. I changed the tailpiece to the trapeze and could not be more satisfied. It is light as a feather and it sounds and plays incredibly well. Here's a picture:

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