Gibson es-175 model #82851034

by Dan Riley
(Oconomowoc,WI)

Like to know how much it's worth and where one may sell something like this? Thanks Dan.

ANSWER

Hi, Dan--

The serial number indicates that your guitar was made at the Kalamazoo Plant, USA October 12nd, 1981
Production Number: 34

There were several models of ES-175 manufactured, but the only one manufactured in 1981 was the ES-175D.

Here is the Blue Book general info:

ES-175 D (W/ TWO PICKUPS) Add to Collection
- similar to ES-175, except has 2 single coil (disc. 1956) or humbucker pickups (current pickups are ´57 Classic humbuckers), current dimensions are 16 in. wide, 20.5 in. long, and 3.5 in. thick, current mfg. utilizes curly maple/poplar/maple laminate top, sides, and back with mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard, 2 volume/2 tone controls, 3-position switch, currently available in Vintage Sunburst, Wine Red, or Natural finish, mfg. 1951-present.

Here is the pricing info:

1980-1989
Mint $2,750
Exc.+ $2,200
Exc. $1,800
Avg.+ $1,500
Avg. $1,300
General $1,100

If your guitar has only one pick up, please write back through the comments section and give me a more detailed description.

As far as selling your guitar, you can let it be known that you want to sell the guitar at our new classifieds location: Sell My Guitar.

Be sure to follow the instructions about notification.

You can also let it be known that your guitar is for sale in the comments section of this page. Many times people have responded to guitars advertised in this fashion.

Other than that, you could advertise on Craig's List for your area or ask at local music stores.

Best Wishes,
Lynne