Posted by Brad on February 23, 2002 at 06:33:07:
I may have the opportunity to purchase a used B& S PT3.  The horn was purchased new in the early 90s and has been in storage for the last 2 1/2 years (unplayed).  The horn shows minimal signs of wear cosmetically, but one valve is frozen and two are sluggish (an acid bath is probably in order).  
My question:  What is the fair market value of this instrument.  I want to make a reasonable offer but don't want to get taken advantage of either.  Thanks for your help!