L-03 OR LV-03E PRICES

[mannish]

What can you purchase an L-03 for (lists in the new 2006 Larrivee catalog for $1,198)?

What can you purchase an LV-03E for (lists in the new 2006 Larrivee catalog for $1,649)?

Would I be able to purchase either of these from a dealer for around $1,000?  I get the impression from these forums that the markup is significant and you may be able to talk a dealer down to a much lower price.  This is my first major guitar purchase and I want to get a good deal and REALLY want to get a Larrivee.

Anybody have any thoughts?

[Steve]

You can get either one of those L-03's for way less then 1K.

Email Jason at Notable Guitars for a price.

http://notableguitars.com/

[jimmyd]

For most factory guitars like a Martin or a Larrivee the MAP price is about 25% off the MSRP. That is what you will be quoted at Sam Ash or Musicians Friend, Guitar Center, etc.. Those big dealers rarely sell for less than MAP.  It's worth it to talk to a smaller dealer for their best price. Jason at http://notableguitars.com  is a great person to deal with. Ther are other respected dealers and I'm sure you will hear from other forum members with additional references. No need to think in terms of haggling. These guys are selling on slim margins and will give you their best price for the asking.