Gibson Firebird VII
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The Firebird VII is the most theatrical numbered Firebird, which is exactly why the audience for it is smaller but more committed. Buyers want the full spectacle, not a merely good guitar in Firebird shape. That makes completeness and cosmetic integrity crucial, because once the drama fades the price case gets much harder to make.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $3,750 and $4,875; anything under $3,725 is worth a close look. Price variance is high — individual sales can move the market, so check recent comps before committing.
This model rarely comes to market at ~3/month. When one does appear, expect less room to negotiate on price.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~17% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
Lower-priced two-pickup alternative: the most popular production Firebird without the three-pickup VII spec.
Custom-grade step up: formal appointments for buyers who have outgrown the production VII.
Lower-priced two-pickup reference: useful before committing to the three-pickup VII spec.
For Sale (17 listings)
Southside Guitars • 2002
Gibson Firebird VII 2002 - Sparkling Burgundy Metallic
$3,950
Excellent
MUSIC WORKS • 1998
Gibson Firebird Vii Kerry Green Repaired Hea DS Tock 1998
$4,384
Fair
MUDGE'S MUSIC (at Carter Vintage) • 2005
Gibson Firebird VII 2005, Wine Red
$4,395
Very Good
Jacopo's Gear Emporium • 1996
Gibson Custom Shop '65 Firebird VII Reissue 1996 - Polaris White
$7,769
Excellent
DENMARK STREET GUITARS , LONDON ENGLAND • 2002
Gibson Reverse Firebird VII '63 RI Sunburst 2002
$5,187
Very Good
Guitar Chimp • 2006
2006 Gibson Firebird VII Metallic Red | Gibson Firebird Case
$3,899
Very Good
Charles Needs To Free Up Space • 1991
1991 Gibson Firebird VII - Frost blue
$4,221
Excellent
G:U:I:T:A:R:S O:N:L:Y • 1994
Gibson Anniversary Centennial Firebird VII #1986
$7,031
Excellent