Author Topic: 1983 Alembic 32" scale Distillate 4 string  (Read 198 times)

sonicus

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1983 Alembic 32" scale Distillate 4 string
« on: May 30, 2014, 07:43:44 AM »
This was just sold on the East Coast USA , NOW just a bit later is offered on the West Coast using the same listing language and pictures .  
The NEW LISTING;
[new listing]
 
 
The OLD LISTING:
[old listing]
 
I have sent two inquiries to the seller regarding this   . There seem to be a propensity of  FIshyness from past observances in the style of listing , But perhaps it is really legit in which case I will bid , but only if I can pick up in person. sonicus
 
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1983 Alembic 32" scale Distillate 4 string
« Reply #1 on: May 30, 2014, 09:30:55 AM »
Saw that last night. Extremely suspicious. The sellers user name doesn't match the winning bidder of the original auction, and they've got zero feedback. The $2.50 shipping is a bargain though. LOL!

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« Reply #2 on: May 30, 2014, 07:30:13 PM »
If your interested in a real 32 Distillate in great condition that will actually be delivered, mine is up for sale. PM me.

sonicus

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« Reply #3 on: May 31, 2014, 06:46:26 PM »
HI  Brian ,
                I have considered your Distillate for sure. Perhaps my obsession with shipping angst has been a drawback . That is my own problem that I am not in denial of. I have had so much merchandise damaged  during shipping__. The one that I started this thread on is  theoretically  about a 3 or 4 hour drive for me.
 
   Alert to all Alembic Club friends : ___I have sent this seller 2 inquiries through the eBay system over 24 hours ago and I have not had any replies at all ___ nothing !  I do not think that I will bid under such circumstances. It could be ok , but then again not .  
 
Has anyone else been in contact? Any replies?   Be Careful my friends ___ Caveat Emptor !

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1983 Alembic 32" scale Distillate 4 string
« Reply #4 on: June 07, 2014, 07:21:19 AM »
I saw this as well and made attempts to contact the seller.  I ended up contacting the East Coast seller, and he told me those were his photos and text, but not his auction.  Ebay was warned of this being a fraudulent auction, but no action was taken.  It was a scam for sure.

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« Reply #5 on: June 07, 2014, 07:44:26 AM »
Another reason to buy from people on this topic board. Two alembic basses, an F-1X and a SF-2 as well as another bass in the works. Everything I have received has been as advertised and at a fair price.