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Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: loveyoganow on January 16, 2011, 10:35:45 AM

Hi ... I'm thinking about selling my 1985 Alembic Spoiler (original owner, virtually mint condition), and am wondering if anyone knows what it might be worth. Thank you!

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: pas on January 16, 2011, 11:24:30 AM

What is the top wood?  Is it stock or are there any upgrades...ie: hardware, electronics, etc?  The first Alembic I ever got...and still have...is an '85 Spoiler...wonderful instrument!

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: loveyoganow on January 16, 2011, 11:49:21 AM

Yeah, it's a fabulous thing! The top wood is bubinga, the core is mahogany, the neck is maple with an ebony fingerboard. The tuners are Schaller. I bought it from the store like this, so I'm assuming there aren't any upgrades.

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: tmoney61092 on January 16, 2011, 11:59:44 AM

the usual going price for any 4 string Spoiler is between $1200-1600. but it also depends on what someone is willing to pay for it, hope that helps a little
 
~Taylor

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: pas on January 16, 2011, 01:04:44 PM

Mine is Bubinga too...nicely understated with a satin finish.  I think Taylor's range is about right.  Good luck.

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: skyboltone on January 16, 2011, 01:32:26 PM

Is it 32?

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: loveyoganow on January 16, 2011, 01:40:56 PM

Yes, it's 32

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: thumbsup on January 16, 2011, 04:53:11 PM

Photos! Photos!

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: loveyoganow on January 17, 2011, 11:49:41 AM

Thank you all for your thoughts on the price of this bass. Here's some pics:(http://club.alembic.com/Images/393/94304.jpg)

Title: 1985 Spoiler ... how much is it worth?
Post by: David Houck on January 17, 2011, 01:23:30 PM

The top is very nice, and it appears to be in very good condition.