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Are used pianos worth anything?
Value greatly depends on condition and the make of the piano. Value greatly depends on condition and the make of the piano. Value greatly depends on condition and the make of the piano….
| Upright Player Pianos | |
|---|---|
| Years old | Retail |
| Over 40 30-40 20-30 10-20 | $500-$1500+ $1000-$2000+ $3000-$8000+ $4000-$10000+ |
How do I price my piano?
We suggest setting your initial asking price about 10–15% higher than the FMV, and accept any offer within 15–20% of the FMV. Make the buyer of your piano feel as if they have “won” while you still get Fair Market Value for your instrument.
How much is a good piano worth?
An upright piano costs between $3000 – $6500 on average. High-end upright pianos average around $10,000 – $25,000. Entry level grand pianos costs between $7000 – 30,000. High-end grand pianos such as Steinway, Bosendorfer, and Yamaha can cost between $65,000 – $190,000.
How much is the value of a piano?
As it stands the piano is probably worth between $0 and $500 and all components have considerable wear.
Is the piano’s name alone carries value?
A quick web search will reveal if your piano’s name alone carries value. If the piano has a name which carries such value, a Professional Appraisal would be well worth it. CLICK HERE or continue…
How much does it cost to rebuild a piano?
Assuming that the basic structure such as pinblock, soundboard, and bridges are sound, you could spend perhaps about $2500 to $2800 for partial rebuilding and have the piano restrung, have new hammers, damper felt, and bridle tapes put on the action, and have the keys rebushed.
Can You Negotiate on the price of a piano?
In most private transactions, the seller hasn’t the foggiest notion of what the piano is worth, and the asking price is vastly over-inflated, often based on such considerations as that “Uncle Joe liked this piano, and he played all his life, so it must be a fine instrument.” In these cases, there’s plenty of room for negotiating.