stu_g Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Precision-Bass-USA-1982-1985-From-Last-Ever-Batch-At-Fullerton-Factory-/181161325286?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item2a2e0e72e6"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Precision-Bass-USA-1982-1985-From-Last-Ever-Batch-At-Fullerton-Factory-/181161325286?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item2a2e0e72e6[/url] is this in any way real ?it looks really dodgy to me any thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 (edited) It's a fake, it's been on fairly recently and possibly being sold on. The proportions of the headstock are wrong, decal is more like a Precision Standard, finish looks cheap like an affinity Squier. Machine heads are Grover titans, trussrod adjustment is from the wrong era, blah, blah..... In fact here we go - http://basschat.co.uk/topic/209370-delightful-fender-persion/ Edited June 19, 2013 by ash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu_g Posted June 19, 2013 Author Share Posted June 19, 2013 glad thats been spotted would hate someone to lose that much money on a cheap fake whats the thoughts on this?[url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Squier-1962-style-Precision-Bass-Guitar-Road-worn-/251292446150?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item3a82326dc6http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Squier-1962-style-Precision-Bass-Guitar-Road-worn-/251292446150?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item3a82326dc6"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Squier-1962-style-Precision-Bass-Guitar-Road-worn-/251292446150?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item3a82326dc6http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Squier-1962-style-Precision-Bass-Guitar-Road-worn-/251292446150?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item3a82326dc6[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu_g Posted June 19, 2013 Author Share Posted June 19, 2013 truss rod adjustment body end but it doesnt look like an sq or jv to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 It's a 'stealth listing' note the heavy use of the word 'style' - not actually claiming to be anything so operating within eBay rules. Reasonable quality cheapo with added tantalising JV kudos.....avoid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 So it's a Fullerton with a Corona neck plate?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 It's a Precision type bass with a Fender neck plate and decal and some better quality hardware. Probably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacey Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 You would at least get the Logo straight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 [quote name='spacey' timestamp='1371750440' post='2117750'] You would at least get the Logo straight. [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 And while we are at it, something nagging me about this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271225104650?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlonBass Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 It's being advertised on the local Gumtree page now. [url="http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/fender-precision-bass-usa-1982-1985-from-last-ever-batch-at-fullerton-factory-electric-blue/1022645754"]http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/fender-precision-bass-usa-1982-1985-from-last-ever-batch-at-fullerton-factory-electric-blue/1022645754[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 [quote name='BigAlonBass' timestamp='1371766423' post='2118020'] It's being advertised on the local Gumtree page now. [url="http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/fender-precision-bass-usa-1982-1985-from-last-ever-batch-at-fullerton-factory-electric-blue/1022645754"]http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/fender-precision-bass-usa-1982-1985-from-last-ever-batch-at-fullerton-factory-electric-blue/1022645754[/url] [/quote] Give enough history and it becomes true - either the seller is a blatant liar or totally deluded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlonBass Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 [quote name='ash' timestamp='1371799236' post='2118165'] Give enough history and it becomes true - either the seller is a blatant liar or totally deluded. [/quote] ...and Gumtree don't care which. The Ad has been reported, and it's still there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 (edited) Now changed from 'Last batch at Fullerton' to 'First batch at Corona'. Edited June 21, 2013 by discreet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMissWolfiee Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 The same guys trying to flog off the 'Fender' on one of the music gear selling groups on facebook... [quote]For sale is this rare and awesome example of a USA Fender Precision Bass made between 1982 and 1985 (E serial number - one of the first batch at the Corona California factory). I have looked after this bass and it is absolutely excellent 'never gigged' condition. It has had studio use only. In stunning electric blue, this is the best Precision I have ever played - the action is low and it plays like butter. The guitar comes with a free Gator hard case (pictured). £900 ONO. Please call or text on 07799776217 if you have an offer or any questions whatsoever. Ta, Simon [/quote] So it seems he's also telling white lies as well, saying he's looked after it when really he's bought it of some other bloke and trying to sell it on well over the original price he got it for (£350) - he's already sold the free laney amp that was included by the original owner for £45.. I hope someone doesn't get ripped off thinking its a genuine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el borracho Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 [quote name='TheMissWolfiee' timestamp='1371848810' post='2118881'] The same guys trying to flog off the 'Fender' on one of the music gear selling groups on facebook... [/quote] I put a comment on stating a few facts. It's now gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 [quote name='BigAlonBass' timestamp='1371837751' post='2118755'] ...and Gumtree don't care which. The Ad has been reported, and it's still there. [/quote] Now gone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 eBay listing 'ended by the seller because there was an error in the listing'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlonBass Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 It's back. With a more sensible approach. (and price) [url="http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/fender-precision-bass-copy-hybrid-parts-o-precision-er/1023109880"]http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/fender-precision-bass-copy-hybrid-parts-o-precision-er/1023109880[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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