B.C. Rico Mockingbird Bass Guitar

by Bob
(Mass, USA)

I have a BC Rico Bass Guitar, I got it brand new in the late 70's early 80's. I would like to get some more information on it if possible. The serial number is: R1816. I have found limited information on this bass, and I am looking into the value of it. All original, in good condition.
Thanks

ANSWER

Hi, Bob--

The B.C. Rico and B.C. Rich guitars are treated as the same guitars in the Blue Book. It is the same company.

From the picture, this seems to be your guitar.

MOCKINGBIRD BASS STANDARD (U.S. NTB)
- offset double cutaway asymmetrical body, maple body wings, through-body maple neck, 24-fret rosewood fingerboard with pearl diamond inlay, fixed bridge, blackface peghead with pearl logo inlay, two-per-side tuners, black hardware, P/J-style DiMarzio pickups, three controls (two v, tone), three-position switch, available in Black, Porsche Red, White, Blue, or Wine Purple finish, 34 in. scale, mfg. 1976-1999.


1976-1979
Mint $2,500
Exc.+ $2,100
Exc. $1,800
Avg.+ $1,500
Avg. $1,250
General $1,050

1980-1989

Mint $2,000
Exc. +$1,700
Exc. $1,450
Avg.+$1,250
Avg. $1,100
General $950

Lynne