I've had a couple of CV's before, the 60's P and Jazz - loved them, but had to make space so sold 'em on.
Being down to just one bass recently - the MIM 50's P - I needed a backup, and hell, just wanted another similar-ish bass that wasn't a direct copy!
I did a bit of reading, and plumped for the 50's P in Butterscotch. It's a lovely looking bass, and has come out the box really well put together, as one has come to expect from the CV's.
I did read in places about the pickup power - mine is very good indeed, bags of tone and power. Maybe I got lucky!
In short, it's a great bit of kit, and just over £300. Looking at the Tele basses (which it's pretty similar to), there is a bit of a price gap!
I'm surprised Fender only make this bass in the CV range. I know there's the 60th Anniversary P, but that's almost 2k, and not single coil pups. Ever since I saw Billy Cox with one, it's a bass I've always wanted....the fact it's in the CV is just a bonus!
I'll try to post some pics, but it's just standard, and that's how it'll stay!
If you're in the market for one, go ahead, you won't regret it.