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Eddie Van Halen Guitar Auctions for Millions!
25 Feb
Summary
- Eddie Van Halen's 1985 Kramer guitar is up for auction.
- The instrument is expected to sell for $1 to $1.5 million.
- The guitar was originally won in a 1985 contest by Michael Gutierrez.

Eddie Van Halen's famous striped 1985 Kramer studio guitar is currently up for auction. The auction began today and will conclude on March 13th. Experts predict the legendary instrument could command a price between $1,000,000 and $1,500,000, with a starting bid of $700,000.
This particular guitar has a unique history. Eddie Van Halen personally presented it to Michael Gutierrez, who won it in a 1985 contest at the NAMM guitar show. Over 100,000 people entered the contest for a chance to win one of Van Halen's personally owned Kramer guitars. Gutierrez is now the consignor, ensuring the guitar will be delivered to the highest bidder.




