1962 SG Jr Value

[IndyWS6]

My first guitar was a 1962 Gibson SG Jr. I was a dumb ass and sold it. I've wanted another one since, but with the cost of "vintage" guitars going through the roof, I haven't been able to justify the expense. One that is identical to the one I had popped-up for sale a few months ago for $3,900. It goes away and then reappears at that same price every few weeks. Clearly, no one thinks it's a bargain and the seller doesn't appear to be in a hurry, or willing to lower the price

There is no doubt that I would love to have it. But it's doubtful that I would actually go through with the purchase - I can think of several things to use that money on that I actually need/want and the '62 would have to be a collector's piece at that price. But, I'm curious what a "fair" price would be for that guitar. Any of you Gibson experts care to chime in? I know there are a lot of variables (condition, perceived collectibility, documentation, potential appreciation, etc), but I'm curious... and tempted.

 

[blackba]

My thought is $2500-3000. I am far from an expert and just guessing though. Too bad they haven't dropped to used Gibson L6S prices since you are trying to pick one up.

 

[IndyWS6]

Thanks for the input.
It's hard to get a solid idea of the value; the publicly-available information is a little too generic and dated (could be off by several hundred dollars) and the people that deal in vintage guitars are generally too vested to provide accurate numbers.

 

[joepete77]

around 2500 and sometimes better if u are patient.