Gibson Les Paul Special
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The Les Paul Special is the middle child that often makes the most sense: more range than a Junior, less ceremony than a Standard. Buyers usually want it for the punch and directness of the format, not because they are shopping for peak Les Paul prestige. The good ones feel like serious tools, and they stay most persuasive when they remain simple, clean and recognizably Special rather than upgraded out of their own identity.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $925 and $1,200; anything under $925 is worth a close look. Prices have been largely flat (+0.4%) vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
Turnover is steady at ~14/month. Supply is consistent enough that patient buyers can find options without rushing.
Condition matters here β worn examples sell for roughly 26% less than clean ones. Prioritize a good example if you plan to resell.
Related models
Lower-priced single-P-90 alternative: simpler spec for players who don't need both pickups.
Humbucker step up: similar vintage-voiced intent with humbuckers and a carved top.
The SG equivalent: same two-P-90 brief in a lighter double-cutaway body at a lower price.
For Sale (21 listings)
Unknown seller β’ 2012
2012 Gibson Les Paul Junior Special β Satin TV Yellow,
$1,099
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Unknown seller β’ 1995
Les Paul Special "Junior II" 1995 TV Yellow HH DiMarzio Humbuckers Mod w/ OHSC
$1,795
Excellent
Michael's Boutique β’ 1998
Gibson Les Paul Special SL with Humbuckers 1998 - 2006 - Cinnamon
$821
Very Good
Unknown seller β’ 1991
Les Paul Special 1991 Heritage Cherry "Junior II" P-100 Pickups w/ Gibson Soft Case
$1,895
Good
Chordplay Guitars β’ 2023
π2023π Gibson USA Les Paul Special~ TV Yellow P90 + Case & Candy!
$1,693
Excellent
Unknown seller β’ 2006
Les Paul Special 2006 Worn White Faded Finish P90 Pickups Tune-O-Matic Bridge w/ Bag
$1,595
Excellent
Unknown seller β’ 1997
Les Paul Special 1997 TV Yellow Yamano Music w/ OHSC
$2,279
Good
Riffin Griffins β’ 2014
Used 2014 Gibson Les Paul Special Limited Japan Run w/ Original Gig Bag 2014
$1,200
Very Good
Unknown seller β’ 2010
Wilcutt Special Les Paul Junior - Pelham Blue
$1,750
Excellent
Rivington Guitars β’ 2018
2018 Gibson Les Paul Special Ltd Edition w/ Mini Humbuckers TV Yellow
$2,199
Very Good
Unknown seller β’ 2020
Les Paul Special Electric Guitar - Vintage Cherry
$1,275
Excellent
Unknown seller β’ 1995
Les Paul Special 1995 Vintage Sunburst "Junior II" P100 Pickups w/ Bag
$2,395
Excellent
Funky But Chic Used Guitars β’ 2011
Gibson Les Paul Special Humbucker 2011 Heritage Cherry w/Soft Case
$995
Very Good
Unknown seller β’ 2001
Les Paul Junior Special Plus 2001 Trans Amber w/ Bag
$2,195
Excellent
Funky But Chic Used Guitars β’ 2014
Gibson Les Paul Special 2014 TV Yellow
$1,249
Excellent
Unknown seller β’ 1993
Les Paul Special 1993 TV Yellow "Junior II" P100 PUs Tune-O-Matic Bridge w/ Bag
$2,495
Excellent
joesvintageguitars β’ 2025
2025 Gibson Les Paul Special β Ebony β P-90s β 7.78 lbs β OHSC
$1,250
Very Good