Members Jere Mealer Posted February 17, 2005 Members Posted February 17, 2005 I'm looking at a 1993 D-28 (lefty) that purportedly is in great shape, no issues. Photos look good. This is an online transaction, so it will be a sight unseen purchase, like I've done numerous times before (being left handed). I have always wanted a D-28, just never bought one, always ended up with something else. I currently play a 2003 Larrivee DV-09. So...a couple questions. Is $1499 a decent price for a presumably good condition 1993 D-28 lefty? Anything I should know about with respect to Martin guitars from the early 90's?
Members JasmineTea Posted February 17, 2005 Members Posted February 17, 2005 For about $100 more you can get a new one. No extra charge for lefty. (that's list minus 40%)
Members LDF Posted February 17, 2005 Members Posted February 17, 2005 A fellow southpaw I'm actually looking for a lefty d-28 myself. I've been checking ebay without any success. I've looked at a lot of other sites and found that the going price is about $1900. so 1500 isn't that bad (as long as it's in good condition). Have you checked out www.southpawguitars.com yet? They're selling them at a sale price brand-new. I don't know what the price is because it's below the M.A.P. so you have to call. But it's apparently under $1800 and might even be closer 1600.By the way if you end up not purchasing from your seller, let me know on this thread how to get in touch with him if at all possible. I might just swipe that d-28L if you don't want it;) Keep the faith and don't take any {censored} from the right-handed mob.
Members Jere Mealer Posted February 17, 2005 Author Members Posted February 17, 2005 I think the point is, Martins appreciate over the years, financially as well as sonically. I realize I can buy a new one for a few hundred more, but it seems like starting out with a 12 year old Martin might make sense.
Members Andrewrg Posted February 17, 2005 Members Posted February 17, 2005 Originally posted by Jere Mealer I think the point is, Martins appreciate over the years, financially as well as sonically. I realize I can buy a new one for a few hundred more, but it seems like starting out with a 12 year old Martin might make sense. Buying older absolutely makes sense! Recently(this week actually)I bought a 1983 D28 which is well played in,structurally sound and beginning to pick up an ageing patina.Sounds great too!
Members 54merk Posted February 17, 2005 Members Posted February 17, 2005 If you can buy a new Martin for the same price as a 10 year old one, you have the distinct advantage of the lifetime warranty. So what if the guitar is 12 years old? It ain't no big deal, a new one will break in just fine over the first 5 years. Do not overlook this. Mine has saved me considerable money in repairs over the 30 years I've owned my D35. The valuable Martins were made pre-1970 (Brazilian Rosewood), and particularly pre-1960. Of course the vintage '30's instruments are priced sky high.
Members solitaire Posted February 17, 2005 Members Posted February 17, 2005 Originally posted by 54merk If you can buy a new Martin for the same price as a 10 year old one, you have the distinct advantage of the lifetime warranty. Oh, I thought the warranty wasn't transferable.
Members rh2d Posted February 18, 2005 Members Posted February 18, 2005 You cann't transfer the warranty on a Martin; it's lifetime to the original purchaser. I don't think a ten year old Martin will necessarily be worth more than a new one. Just not old enough. But if I heard a killer, the kind you don't often see, then I'm going to be after it all other things being equal. Otherwise I'd buy the new one with the price that close.
Members 54merk Posted February 18, 2005 Members Posted February 18, 2005 Originally posted by solitaire Oh, I thought the warranty wasn't transferable. I never said it was.
Members JasmineTea Posted February 18, 2005 Members Posted February 18, 2005 Originally posted by solitaire Oh, I thought the warranty wasn't transferable. ..He's English..
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