FOR SALE 1955 Gibson Les Paul Jr

by Debby
(Michigan)

I need to sell this guitar due to job loss and an illness in the family. How much is it worth? It is in MINT condition, has been in a case for more than 25 years, belonged to my mother. Where do I even begin to find buyers for it?

1955 Gibson Les Paul Jr Sunburst #512958

HELP!

ANSWER

Hi, Debby--

First, here are the Blue Book values for your guitar:

1954-1958 Single Cutaway
Mint $10,000
Exc.+ $8,000
Exc. $6,500
Avg.+ $5,500
Avg. $4,500
General $3,500

For starters, I have titled this page "For Sale". Many people read these posts and many guitars have been sold as a result.

You also might want to list it on Craigslist in your area--just be cautious and require cash.

You could try Ebay--be sure to set a high enough starting bid so that you will get what it's worth.

You also might want to talk to local guitar dealers and see what ideas they might have.

Good Luck and Best Wishes!

Lynne