Used electric guitars in the UAE typically sell for AED 395 to AED 2,200 (about $110 to $605). Guitars are one of the few things on this list where age can add value rather than remove it, which is why the range runs so wide.
What electric guitars are worth in the UAE
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | AED 2,224 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | AED 1,891 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | AED 1,446 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | AED 1,001 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | AED 556 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Guide ranges converted from sterling at the 2 August 2026 rate, not quotes — sellers set their own price. Grades are seller-declared; WishThrift does not inspect or verify them.
What lifts the price
- Recognised makers and models with an established following
- The original case, especially on older instruments
What pulls it down
- Neck warp or a truss rod that has run out of adjustment
- Fret wear deep enough to need a re-fret
Selling an electric guitar in the UAE
Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
Trading is not open in the Emirates yet, so treat this as a reference page: the pricing and the checks below hold, but the listings will appear once sellers here start posting.
The Emirates is a pre-launch market, so this is what a seller here should expect when it opens. The population turns over unusually fast, and that shapes the whole market: relocation sales put nearly-new furniture, appliances and cars on the market at heavy discounts, and the best stock appears in concentrated bursts as people leave. Distances are short and courier coverage is quick and cheap, so postage is rarely the obstacle it is elsewhere. Expect buyers to move fast and to expect a reply the same day.
Turnover peaks around the summer, when a large share of relocations happen and whole households are sold at once.
Working out what yours is worth
- Play every fret listening for buzzing or dead notes
- Check whether the pickups, tuners and bridge are original
Getting it ready
- Plug it in and test both pickups, every switch position, and all volume and tone controls for crackle.
- Check the fret wear, particularly in the first five frets, and sight the neck for relief and twist.
Photograph
- The headstock showing brand, model and serial
- The frets along the neck, angled to reveal wear
- The pickups, controls and bridge, plus any modification or damage
Put in the description
- Brand, model, finish and year or era if known
- Country of manufacture, from the serial number
- Fret wear, neck condition, and whether a case or gig bag is included
Slacken the strings and post in a hard case only, with the headstock heavily padded. Many buyers prefer to collect and play it first, which is entirely reasonable at these prices.
Steady all year with a Christmas lift. Recognised brands and models hold value strongly and sell within days when priced sensibly; unbranded instruments move slowly.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the AED 2,224 a buyer pays is the AED 2,224 you keep. You and the buyer settle up and arrange the handover between yourselves; WishThrift does not hold the money or ship the item.
Where in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates is a big place and what sells well moves with it. These are the parts of the United Arab Emirates with their own page for electric guitars.
Common questions
Where can I sell an electric guitar in the UAE?
List it free on WishThrift and deal with the buyer direct. There is no selling fee, so the whole amount stays with you. Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
How worn are the frets?
Photograph them angled in good light. A refret is a significant cost, so buyers assess this carefully and appreciate clear pictures.
Are used electric guitars worth much?
It ranges enormously. Beginner instruments sell modestly, while well-regarded models from established makers can hold or increase in value, particularly with original parts.
Does refinishing a guitar lower its value?
On a collectable instrument, significantly. Originality matters more to those buyers than cosmetic tidiness. On a working guitar it matters much less.
More: how to sell an electric guitar, what electric guitars are worth, or Music & Instruments across the United Arab Emirates.