Find quick answers to the most common questions about submitting your Gibson or Les Paul guitar, getting an expert-verified offer, shipping your instrument safely, and receiving secure payment. If you need additional help, feel free to contact us anytime.
iBuyLesPaul.com is a dedicated Gibson Les Paul buyback and appraisal service. With over 40 years of experience collecting, restoring, and evaluating Gibson guitars, we provide a fast, honest, and reliable way to sell your Les Paul safely and securely.
Submit your Gibson or Les Paul details and photos through our online form.
Receive a fair, expert-verified quote—typically within 24–48 hours.
Ship your guitar using our UPS label (we highly recommend adding insurance).
Our inspection team reviews and verifies the instrument upon arrival.
Once approved, payment is sent immediately via your preferred method.
Most sellers receive a competitive offer within 24–48 hours after submitting their guitar.
Our valuation considers:
Model, year, and specifications
Condition, originality, and any modifications
Market trends and recent sale prices
Rarity, desirability, and provenance
This results in an accurate and transparent appraisal based on real resale value.
Funny enough—we are Les Paul fanatics, but we occasionally consider other Gibson models. Just reach out!
No problem. We buy Les Pauls with headstock repairs, play wear, replaced parts, cosmetic flaws, or other issues. Just be upfront so we can give the most accurate quote.
Our inspection team verifies:
Serial number, specs, and authenticity
Condition vs. the described condition
Originality of hardware and electronics
Structural and functional integrity
This ensures fairness and accuracy for both parties.
If there is a significant difference between your description and actual condition, we will update the offer. You may accept or decline. If declined, we return the guitar. (Shipping details are explained during the process.)
We typically cover inbound shipping on accepted offers, depending on model and value.
Insurance is strongly recommended for full protection during transit.
You can either:
Take your guitar to a local UPS Store for professional packing, or
Follow our detailed “How to Ship a Les Paul” guide.
Proper packing reduces risk, especially since Les Paul headstocks are fragile.
Payment is issued immediately after inspection approval via:
PayPal
Mailed business check
(Local sellers) Cash or instant transfer options
We buy all Gibson Les Paul models, but we have strong interest in:
Historic & Custom Shop Reissues (R7, R8, R9, R0)
Limited editions & rare finishes (Goldtop, Burst, Silverburst)
Artist models
1970s–1990s Standards & Customs
Early 2000s premium models
No. iBuyLesPaul.com is run by lifelong musicians, collectors, and Gibson enthusiasts—not a retail chain. Our mission is to keep great guitars in the hands of players and collectors.
40+ years of Gibson expertise
Fast, fair, and transparent pricing
No-pressure, no-hassle process
Honest inspections
Secure, insured shipping options
Trusted by collectors, players, and estates nationwide
Yes. We handle everything from single instruments to large estates and multi-guitar collections with confidentiality and professionalism.
Just visit our SELLER DASHBOARD page on iBuyLesPaul.com and submit your guitar details. We take it from there.
Yes—we buy from sellers nationwide, including Florida, Tampa, Orlando, and surrounding areas. Distance doesn’t matter; our free UPS shipping makes the process fast and easy.
Most sellers prefer us because there are no fees, no returns, no haggling, and no scammers. We offer a fast, safe, direct alternative with guaranteed payment.
In many cases, yes. Guitar Center typically offers wholesale prices. Our valuations are based on collector demand, historical trends, and true market value.
Yes—appraisals are completely free and come with no obligation to sell.