Gibson Firebird V
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The Firebird V is the classic sweet spot of the line, and the market knows it. It has enough hardware, enough presence and enough history to feel like the real Firebird without drifting into ornate excess. Buyers tend to be strict about originality because this is the benchmark version, not a forgiving oddball.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $1,900 and $2,375; anything under $1,900 is worth a close look. Prices are down 12.0% vs. 12 months ago. Some price variation month to month, but within a normal range.
This is a slow-moving market at ~6/month. Sellers may wait longer for the right buyer; don't expect a quick flip.
The market isn't particularly condition-sensitive (~10% spread). A player-grade example trades close to a clean one.
Related models
Three-pickup step up: vibrola and three mini-humbuckers — the most ornate Firebird spec at a higher price.
Lower-priced two-pickup alternative: similar Firebird brief at a higher price historically — worth comparing.
High-end step up: Custom-grade appointments for buyers who want more than the production V.
For Sale (21 listings)
Cary’s Music Room • 1994
Gibson Firebird V Centennial Model 100 made! 1994 - Sunburst
$4,750
Excellent
Ernie Williamson Music • 2017
Gibson Firebird V 2017 - Vintage Sunburst Mint All Original w/ OHSC & Original Case Candy
$1,900
Mint
Pete's Gear Outlet • 1994
Gibson Firebird V 1994 - 2007 - Vintage Sunburst
$2,400
Very Good
Simon's Gear Garage • 2012
2012 Gibson Firebird V - Ebony | USA Neck-Thru Mini Humbucker Steinberger Gearless Banjo Tuner 3.3kg | CoA OHSC
$2,423
Good
Six Strings Guitar & Lounge • 2003
Gibson Firebird V 2003 - Tobacco Sunburst
$5,000
Excellent
Squealing Pig Guitars • 2016
GIBSON USA Firebird V "Vintage Sunburst + Rosewood" (1996)
$3,505
Very Good
Qsic - secondhand musical instruments store from Japan - • 2006
Gibson Firebird V 2006
$2,086
Very Good
Chicago Music Exchange • 2021
Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab '64 Johnny Winter Signature Firebird V Polaris White Aged 2021
$8,950
Good
Lovies Guitars • 2013
Minty! 2013 Gibson Firebird V Electric Guitar Classic White + OHSC
$2,795
Excellent