Prices on used EVH

[Krell]

Can anyone give me an idea of what one would expect to get in trade for a used EVH? And what one could expect to pay for one in a private sale? ebay has had some wild numbers lately, and the "blue book" value I got from a local Guitar Center seemed ridiculously low for a private sale ($1,000). I have a number in mind, but additional clarification would be helpful. Thanks.

 

[brentrocks]

what color is it? what kind of shape is it in? hardtail or floyd? does it have the original case, paperwork? does it have the sig on the headstock?

 

[Krell]

Any color I guess.

Assume it's complete with case, paperwork, sig on headstock. I know that some colors were produced in fewer numbers, specifically trans-green, black, and gold, which will influence the price. And assume it's clean: no scratches, dents, belt rash, and the neck shows light to normal wear.

 

[brentrocks]

Well...I paid $1800.oo for this one and it was DEAD MINT. (no fret wear, no scratches, no dents, original case but no paperwork.

I think that the quality of the top has a lot to do with it. (maybe that is just me) This is one of the nicest quilts i had seen in a while, that's why i snagged it up! Plus I have always wanted an amber quilt like Eddie's #1.

I think what it really comes down to is what you want. I would say that the average price for a good EVH hangs around $1200-$1800 (for a really good one)

That's what i think, maybe someone has some more input on a different angle for ya!