Aria Model 5502

[chbarber09]

I have an Aria Model 5502 that was handed down when my grandfather passed away. The paper on the inside says it is serial number 15. I was wondering what the possible value of this guitar is. It works perfectly and I play it often. I love the blues sounds that this guitar can make.

[VintAxe]

The values for most 60's-70's Japanese copy guitars are not specified in the Price Guides so there is no "published" valuation to work from.

In these cases, eBay can be a good source to established the bottom of the price range for particular instruments.

Here is a 335 copy that is likely similar to yours except it is branded PAN. It didn't sell at the $400 pricepoint:


It's back up for auction in case you want to see what it does wind up selling for:


In general, Matsumoku improved the quality of these 335 copies over the years so mid 70's copies like yours will sell for more than late 60's 335 copies but are considered less valuable than late 70's models.