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Pretty rare

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http://cgi.ebay.com/1982-RICKENBACKER-4001-bass-CANDY-APPLE-RED-w-BLACK_W0QQitemZ7413977879QQcategoryZ4713QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Most Rubies I've seen have white trim, most "Red" ones have black trim, but this sure looks like Ruby. Interesting wear on the neck.
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Sweet !
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Very nice. They could have added a few more pictures!
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Too much $$$
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I saw that. The price, plus the customs charge to the USA. Too expensive.
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It was made here so there would be no customs duty. The shipping might be expensive though.
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I always say "too much money" every single time this seller lists a Ric, and for some reason, THEY ALWAYS SELL!

Even ones that are BEAT TO DEATH still bring a HIGH price! He/she has a magic touch!
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Pretty color.

The wear IS interesting - is that a result of the metallic silver undercoat or is that more of a staining from oils and perspiration? It seems that it was played a lot but protected nicely, too, since there is no typical worn areas on the back.
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See that, I was just saying, EVERY TIME.....

SOLD! BUY IT NOW! $1890.00!

Amazing........
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"CLUNK!"*




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Jeez, with Ruby 80's 4003's going for $1890.00, I wonder what a Ruby 4003S/5 would go for?!

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Don't tempt me, Jeff! ;^)
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damn!

still like WT better on them rubies...

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I agree with you Jared!

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ooooooooooooooh!
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