The Collings Forum

I am thinking seriously about selling one of my Collings and listing it here on the Forum first. How has selling here has worked out for others. Sounds like its recommended to use a 3rd party for the money transaction but who would that be?

Not sold here but have done successfully on other sites (Reverb, Gear Page etc). I rely on PayPal: Goods and Services (not Friends and Family) and that's worked well for both me and other party. Think the biggest challenge here is the relatively low level of traffic at the moment, so you may not get as many eyes on it as you'd like.

Thanks for the response. I have used Reverb quite a bit, but it ends up costing about 7% to sell. I was wondering about how many I would reach on this site. May just have to pay the higher sales commission.

There is a Facebook Collings sales page.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/308935799662574

If you're looking to sell guitars on the Collings Forum (specifically for Collings, Waterloo, or related high-end acoustic/electric instruments), here’s a step-by-step guide and some best practices to do it effectively and respectfully:
1. Register on the Forum
Go to: https://collingsforum.net
Create an account if you haven’t already.
Be sure to read the forum rules, especially for the Classifieds section.
2. Meet Participation Requirements
Some forums require a minimum number of posts or a certain membership duration before you can post in the Classifieds.
Engage genuinely in discussions to build credibility before listing.
3. Posting in the Classifieds
Once you're eligible:
Navigate to the Classifieds section.
Choose the appropriate subcategory (e.g., Acoustics for Sale, Electrics for Sale, etc.).
Click “New Topic” to create your listing.
What to Include in Your Listing
Here’s a good format:
Title:

FS: 2020 Collings D2H – East Indian Rosewood / Sitka – Excellent Condition
Body:
For Sale: 2020 Collings D2H
Top: Sitka Spruce
Back/Sides: East Indian Rosewood
Neck: Honduran Mahogany
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Condition: Excellent – light play wear, no dings
Includes: Original TKL hard case

Price: $4,200 shipped CONUS (PayPal F&F or add 3% for G&S)

Location: Austin, TX
Contact: DM here or email me at yourname@email.com

Photos: (link to Imgur or embed images if allowed)

Thanks for looking!
Photos Help Sell
Include clear, well-lit images of the front, back, sides, neck, headstock, and any blemishes.
Use Imgur or a similar hosting site if the forum doesn’t allow direct uploads.
Be Honest and Transparent
Clearly describe any imperfections or repairs.
Be upfront about shipping costs, payment methods, and return policies (if any).
Follow Up
Mark the item as SOLD when it’s gone.
Thank interested buyers and keep communication professional.
Avoid These Mistakes
Posting without photos or a price.
Not responding to PMs or inquiries.
Bumping your ad too frequently (check forum rules on bumping).
If you'd like, I can help draft your ad or even format a listing if you give me the guitar details.