jazseven Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Ok, So Basically my dad is CONSIDERING selling his limited edition Warwick Corvette $$, it's no.3 of 10 made for release in the UK only. [size=4]He's been umming and ahhing over it for a few weeks now and still hasn't come to a conclusion so I offered to ask all the lovely 4 string slingers of BassChat. I personally think he is a fool.... but I may be being biased as it's my inheritance he's considering selling Here's the specs and a pic of the beaut![/size] [font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]The Corvette $$ Special Edition LTD UK from the Warwick Custom Shop was available only in the UK. Outfitted with two passive MEC MM-style humbuckers that can be configured in series, parallel or single coil, the Corvette$$ offers an impressive sound variety and a powerful tone. The bolt-on neck joint allows for a clear and direct response. The American swamp ash body with a bird's eye poplar top in natural satin finish is adorned with an ekanga veneer stripe. The matched headstock, the bird's eye maple fingerboard and black hardware complete the exciting visuals of this special edition instrument. The Warwick Custom Shop inlay on the headstock's backside and an authenticity certificate warrant the exclusivity of this Special Edition LTD UK.[/size][/font][list] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Corvette $$[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]4 String Model[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Pickups: MEC passive MM/MM[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Natural Satin Finish[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Fretted Birdseye Maple fingerboard[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Black Hardware[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]MEC active 2-way electronic[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Body Swamp Ash / Birdseye Poplar Top[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Bolt-On Neck of Birdseye Maple[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Warwick Machine Heads[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Warwick 2-piece Bridge[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]Matched Headstock[/size][/font] [*][font=courier new,courier,monospace][size=3]24 Frets[/size][/font] [*][size=3][font=courier new,courier,monospace]"Warwick Custom Shop" inlay on the backside of the headstock[/font][/size] [/list] [size=3][size=4]If anyone has anymore questions about her then feel free to email my dear father at [email protected][/size][/size] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aldude Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 If he doesn't like it, then sell it. I doubt it will become a collectors item or get much of a premium over models that aren't limited edition, and I doubt it will increase in value over the years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Prices are low for used Warwicks at the moment, so unless he really needs the money, I'd say hold on for a couple of years and see if the market picks up. Also, by that time, he may fallen love with it all over again and not want to sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Looks a bit good .... but matey boy there is correct. Warwicks are not selling for much right now - so not really a good time to sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazseven Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 ok, I'll let him know about that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiamPodmore Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I'm not a fan of Warwicks but my God that thing is beautiful. That'd get hung on my wall just to look good, even if i didn't play it. Liam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisG Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) These are really nice basses - I have number 6 of 10. Actually I believe it's number 6 of 7 4 strings with 8, 9 & 10 being 5 stringers. As for selling Warwick prices aren't great at the moment (certainly compared to new prices) but that should be taken in context of prices in general. As far as I can tell resale prices for most musical instruments (except for really rare stuff) are low at the moment. Look at the number of MusicMan Stingrays for sale at really low prices on the For Sale thread. I was holding out for a 'regular' Corvette $$ (or maybe a 5-string) but if he decides to sell I could well be interested depending on price and condition. Edited March 22, 2012 by ChrisG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I don't think there will be too much extra value in the bass...so if he gets a decent offer, then sell..if he doesn't then don't. It doesn't seem like he is that fussed himself anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazseven Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 his mind seems pretty made up after this feedback and he's gonna sell it, if any of you are interested then drop him an email, if not then i think she's goin to the bay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisG Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I'll drop him a mail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 If this is turning into a "For Sale" thread you'll need a price, Jaz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazseven Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 He's wanting around £1200, also is there any way I can move this post to the 'For Sale' forum or will/do I have to make a new post? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 They're right about Warwicks not holding their value or selling at the moment but that's pretty much true across the board - now is NOT the time to be selling something like this unless he really needs the money..If I was going to sell I'd look at selling through the Warwick website where he's likely to get more interest from Warwick lovers.. Beautiful bass by the way.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icarus_147 Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) I'm not usually a fan of light coloured fretboards, but that thing is beautiful. She stays! Edited March 22, 2012 by Icarus_147 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 [quote name='jazseven' timestamp='1332441223' post='1588503'] He's wanting around £1200, also is there any way I can move this post to the 'For Sale' forum or will/do I have to make a new post? [/quote] I'm sure a mod would move it - ask Machines or PantherAirsoft. Looks a stunning bass. Market has been quite depressed for Warwicks, so unsure what he could get - if he wants £1,200... Well, business hat on, start at £1,300 and get talking to people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clauster Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Get an ad up on the [url="http://Warwick.de"]Warwick.de[/url] forum. That's where the best money for this lies IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisG Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Given the price expectation I'll pass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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