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I haven’t been on here for a few years since the time I originally bought my USA production San Dimas 1 2H. While you guys no doubt love your USA Charvels I have to confess that mine hasn’t been my “go to” guitar. I don’t know whether it’s the longer 25.5” scale length or the chunkier feel to the neck but I’ve always leant towards my Gibsons. Nevertheless, since these were limited run guitars and since I’m an ‘80s metal fan, I’ve always held on to it but am now at the point where I’m finally considering selling.
The guitar itself can only be described as “as new” with no dings, swirls or scratches whatsoever. It’s also completely stock and un-tinkered with. I bought it brand new from Guitar, Guitar UK and, as a home player, it’s never left my house since the day I first got it. I can’t see any discernible fret wear which is no surprise, given its occasional, light use.The only slight negative, depending on how you look at it, is that it’s in the gloss black finish from the first 2008 run so is not one of the bold or luminous colours that came out in the various batches released at the time.
I haven’t seen these come up on eBay UK since I've been looking so am not sure what it would be worth if I sell it. The current exchange rate is US$1 to GBP£0.68. However I also know that USA products are generally more expensive when bought in the UK- often the cost of new goods in £ can be the same numerical figure as the US cost in $; and vice versa for UK products bought in the US (e.g. Marshall amps). I also suspect that anybody in my neck of the woods who is looking for a USA production Charvel would, unless they’re very patient, probably have to import one from the US for an additional £50-60 postage cost. I believe, despite being second hand, UK customs would also charge import duty and VAT (Value added tax) on top too. These seem to be 3.7% and 20% respectively.
So, given the above, what do JCF members consider to be a reasonable UK asking price for my guitar?
Many thanks in anticipation.
Alan
I haven’t been on here for a few years since the time I originally bought my USA production San Dimas 1 2H. While you guys no doubt love your USA Charvels I have to confess that mine hasn’t been my “go to” guitar. I don’t know whether it’s the longer 25.5” scale length or the chunkier feel to the neck but I’ve always leant towards my Gibsons. Nevertheless, since these were limited run guitars and since I’m an ‘80s metal fan, I’ve always held on to it but am now at the point where I’m finally considering selling.
The guitar itself can only be described as “as new” with no dings, swirls or scratches whatsoever. It’s also completely stock and un-tinkered with. I bought it brand new from Guitar, Guitar UK and, as a home player, it’s never left my house since the day I first got it. I can’t see any discernible fret wear which is no surprise, given its occasional, light use.The only slight negative, depending on how you look at it, is that it’s in the gloss black finish from the first 2008 run so is not one of the bold or luminous colours that came out in the various batches released at the time.
I haven’t seen these come up on eBay UK since I've been looking so am not sure what it would be worth if I sell it. The current exchange rate is US$1 to GBP£0.68. However I also know that USA products are generally more expensive when bought in the UK- often the cost of new goods in £ can be the same numerical figure as the US cost in $; and vice versa for UK products bought in the US (e.g. Marshall amps). I also suspect that anybody in my neck of the woods who is looking for a USA production Charvel would, unless they’re very patient, probably have to import one from the US for an additional £50-60 postage cost. I believe, despite being second hand, UK customs would also charge import duty and VAT (Value added tax) on top too. These seem to be 3.7% and 20% respectively.
So, given the above, what do JCF members consider to be a reasonable UK asking price for my guitar?
Many thanks in anticipation.
Alan
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