GRETSCH CORVETTE GUITAR - VINTAGE

Gretsch Corvette, Model #6135

From historical perspective, I have had this guitar since it was new in 1964.  Here are the trace roots of it's inception:

1963 Corvette specs: Beveled body edges with sharper cutaway points 3/8" diameter bar bridge Larger pickguard that covers routing for metal plate. Cherry red sunburst finish and 1 pickup no vibrato model (6132). Cherry red sunburst finish and 1 pickup with Burns flat arm vibrato model (6134) introduced. Cherry red sunburst finish and 2 pickups with Burns flat arm vibrato model (6135) introduced. Platinum grey finish model (6133) discontinued.   1964 Corvette specs: 2 tuners on bass side of peghead, 4 tuners on treble side.

I purchased this guitar in a showroom new in 1964 and have owned it since that time.  For the last number of years, it was in storage and had no playing time at all.  So we made the decision to sell it to someone who will enjoy its performance abilities rather than having it take up space in a closet.

In addition to knowing it is a model # 6135, It appears that the number '1117' (can't read it clearly) has been stamped on the rear of the head of the neck.  The body of the guitar is showing it's age.  After all, it is 48 years old.  There are cracks in the finish but only one (the size of a thumbtack) where the lacquer has actually come off.  You can't see the cracks from any distance.  Don't want to overemphasize them, but just want to make sure I list them.  The pictures should illustrate the condition.  The neck is straight and has the same action as the day I bought it.  

When it was put into storage, the last time it was played, all functionality worked.  The pickup selection switch needs some cleaning and also it is missing the plastic screw on knob.  As it has been in storage for the last number of years,  some of the other controls might need cleaning (or spraying with electrical contact cleaner) to eliminate 'static' noise or 'hum'.  When I took it out of the case the other day, it was amazing to find that it was almost still in perfect tune.  Too bad I don't have someone to hand this down to.  Oh, well..   It needs some TLC and a good owner to make it do what it does best....

With this auction, I will include:

• The Gretsch Corvette guitar, model #6135

• The hard shell case it came with (original)

• (1) 20' straight 'patch' cord, used many years ago with this guitar (never produced hum, feedback, or static)

• (1) distortion effect pedal (*****contingent on the premise that I can find it*****)

• Some miscellaneous guitar picks (maybe)

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PAYMENT:

Payment is to be through PayPal only.  No other form of payment will be accepted.  Payment is to be made within 3 business days of successful completion of auction. 

SHIPPING:

As this is a heavy, bulky item, it will be shipped via UPS ground.  This item will only be shipped within the 48 contiguous United States and only to a PayPal confirmed/verified address. Item will ship within 2 business days following verification of payment.  Insurance will be included in the shipping costs, also at the buyers expense.

CONDITIONS:

As with any electronics, this item is shipped 'AS-IS' with no warranties, expressed or implied by the seller.  When last used,  it was fully functional.  The listing is accurate, based on the contents and condition of the item. 

If you have ANY questions concerning this item, please ask before you bid. 

If you have negative feedback within the last 6 months or less than 10 feedback listings, please contact me prior to bidding.  For any experienced ebayer, you know why this is a stipulation.  Also, do not contact me to request this item for purchase outside of this auction.  It will not happen.