- Brand – Greco (Kanda Shokai) - Type of instrument – Electric guitar, TE-500N, Telecaster Thinline-style (semi-hollow) - Where it is made – Japan (built by FujiGen) - Serial number – D800700 (April 1980) - Colour – Natural - Type of wood body/neck – Ash body (semi-hollow) / Maple neck with maple fingerboard - Type of tuners – Greco Deluxe Kluson-style tuners (original, stamped "GRECO DELUXE") - Type of pickups – Two original Maxon Wide Range-style humbuckers ("PAT. PEND." stamped baseplates, matching numbers) - Type of neck joint – Bolt-on (4-bolt) - Whether parts have been replaced – Yes: the pots have been changed from 250k to 1M (as on the original Fender Thinline), a vintage treble bleed capacitor has been added, and the guitar has been rewired with Belden #8503 wire. The frets were professionally replaced approx. six months ago. - Whether there is any damage – Scratches, dings and finish wear consistent with a vintage instrument of this age. Finish wear exposing bare wood on the upper bass-side bout and lower edge. Dings and cloudy areas on the back of the body. Small chips on the headstock tip. Light rust and dullness on hardware. Please see photos for details. - Whether repairs are needed – No. - Shipping method – Shipped via DHL. Estimated delivery approx. 10 days after auction close. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Condition A rare Greco TE-500N Thinline from April 1980, made in Japan by FujiGen, the factory that later produced Fender Japan instruments. A '72 Telecaster Thinline-style semi-hollow guitar with an ash body, maple neck, pearloid pickguard and two original Maxon Wide Range-style humbuckers. Lightweight at approx. 3.5 kg.The headstock features the classic Greco "Spacey Sounds" logo. Playability & electronics Fully functional; all pickups, controls and the pickup selector work properly. The neck is almost straight. The pots have been upgraded from the original 250k to 1M, following the original Fender Thinline specification, with a vintage treble bleed capacitor added for a clearer, more open tone. Rewired with Belden #8503 wire. The original Maxon Wide Range-style humbuckers have "PAT. PEND." stamped baseplates with matching numbers (200417), and appear untouched with their original wax potting and braided lead wires. The pickguard and pickup cavity are shielded with aluminium for reduced noise. Frets & fingerboard The frets were professionally replaced approx. six months ago and have over 90% remaining, with neatly finished fret ends and no fret buzz or dead spots. Ready to play. The maple fingerboard finish is largely intact, with some playing wear and discoloration in the lower positions and a few light marks. The dot inlays are in good condition. Cosmetics As a vintage instrument of over 45 years, it shows scratches, dings and finish wear throughout. The natural ash finish is worn through to bare wood in places, mainly on the upper bass-side bout and the lower edge, giving it a nice played-in look. The back of the body has dings, scratches and cloudy areas, mostly in the centre. The headstock tip has small chips, and the nut shows some wear. The pearloid pickguard is in good condition. The pickup covers, bridge, knobs, tuners and screws show light rust and dullness. Please see all photos carefully. Weight: approx. 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) Included: Guitar only (no case) Please see all photos carefully. The guitar is sold as shown and described.