Should I jump on this deal?

[Adam SE]

So my "ultimate" goal in guitar gear would be to own a KV2, specifically a white w/ black bevelled KV2. Usually every day I check local and forum classifieds to see what's for sale, and I've only seen a KV2 once or twice (locally), but never the right price. I just found one for $1000 locally and called the guy with my interest. However, this could not have come at a worse time, I just spent all my money on Christmas, and I have a phone bill coming up. I make my money slowly (I'm a student), so I'd have to borrow $750 and slowly pay it off. I've done it before with good results, but it just means that I can't buy stuff for quite a while, and theres a lot of stuff I kind of want now.

The condition is pretty beat, so should I jump on it? Here's some pics, let me know if $1000CDN is a good price. It's also got stainless steel frets if that adds something. The finish is the bolted steel one.





Thanks.

[neilli]

I'd say at the moment, 1k for that is too much. The damage on the neck alone would stop me...

[axe dude]

I agree with Neilli....from the condition I would hold off also. Just wait Dude....another will come your way & the time & money will be right! Best Of Luck!

[coloradoman25]

overpriced for that damage IMO

[straycat]

Yep too much for that one.

[tgreensl1]

Offer $700

[Adam SE]

Thanks for the responses, I really appreciate it. Something to bear in mind, I don't normally see USA Jacksons for sale in my local classifieds, and when I do they're always at least $1200. Also, KV2's at my guitar store are over $2000 (and they have to be ordered, they don't have them in stock).

I initially offered $900 and he came back at $1000 so I can't go any lower. I guess I'll take a pass on this one and keep waiting.

[Gibsonmac]

I would pass all together, hold out for your dream V, when you find it, it will make it that much sweeter!! I honestly wouldn't pay 500 for that guitar... prices are coming way down. A few months ago, I bought on this very forum a 9/10 Custom Shop Soloist 3/4" quilt archtop mahogany body and neck, golg hardware for.... wait for it..... $1300 from Matt... hold out and you'll find the one you've been waiting for... god I sound like some Grandma talking about a my grandsons virginity lolz...

[MetalHeadMat]

If you're interested in a KV2 I'd say specify all of the damage it has on it, and get back at him with a much lower offer. If he declines, oh well, if not, then you'll have something to refinish in white/black bevels.

*Edit: Since I'm the only one who thinks you should get it, I do mean offer him substantially less*

[sixx_ gunner]

pass.
You will find one in better shape for that kind of money.

[Hellbat]

I could live with dings anywhere on a guitar but the neck. I couldn't play that without a refin on the neck so add say $400 to the actual 'cost' of that guitar.

I know it's hard to do when there is lots of stuff you want, but your best bet is to save up until you have $1200-1400 and then troll the classifieds until someone posts a mint one and then jump on it.

[Gibsonmac]

Hey, check out the Candy apple green KV2 in the classified forums, he's looking for $1300 shipped right now, its a discontinued color, minty. PS I don't know the guy or anything, just trying to help you guys out considering your dream is a KV2, and he's selling a primo KV2.
http://www.jcfonline.com/threads/114627-2008-KV2-in-candy-apple-green.