buying a used concert grand

[Paul Mulik]

Hello list,

My church is shopping for a concert grand.  I understand that many major manufacturers provide new pianos for concerts, recitals, etc., and then after five years or so, sell these pianos through dealers for a substantial discount, compared to the cost of a brand new one.  I have heard the term "C&A" (Concert and Artist) applied to Steinway Ds; I assume this is what that term means.

Questions:

1.  Any reason NOT to buy such a piano?  I wouldn't expect it to be perfect cosmetically, I can live with a few scratches and dings here and there.

2.  How much should we expect to pay?  Is say, 75% of the price of a new one a reasonable amount?  Or would 50-60% be more like it?

3.  Could we expect the dealer to provide the same warranty we would get for a brand new one?

Thanks,

Paul Mulik
Joplin MO
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