Antique Musical Instruments/Vintage Kimball

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Expert: Todd Lindeblad - 12/20/2009


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I have an old Kimball spinet # 560228..

I was wondering when it was built.

Approx value and the best way to get it re-stored.

It is in good working order.

Answer
Hi,

Thank you for using allexperts.

Your piano was manufactured in 1958.  In our current economic and musical climate, we estimate the value of your piano to be at around $500. I would not be able to suggest restoring the piano unless it has a strong sentimental value. The money invested into the piano would probably not be recouped in any sale down the road.

For much less then a restoration of the Kimball, you would purchase a fully refurbished Steinway upright from us (or any other dealer). http://www.lindebladpiano.com/gallery.asp?cat=Uprights

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.

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How to find out the year a piano was built. How to locate the serial number on a piano. What is the value of a piano. Is a vintage piano worth restoring. What work is needed to be done to fix a piano. Additional information, diagrams, and restoration tours on pianos can be found at: http://www.lindebladpiano.com/piano_info.htm.

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Fourth generation piano restorer. Since 1920 my family has specialized in the restoration and sale of vintage pianos. My only occupation has been restoring and selling pianos.

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Fourth generation piano restorer.

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