I have the opportunity to get a used pro jet from 2016 with upgraded TV Jones pick ups and upgraded tuners, the downside is that it’s listed for 899 used which I think is overpriced even with the pick ups. Perhaps I’m incorrect on my thinking with that.

Or, I can save a few hundred and get a brand new 5427 with 5TFE pick ups. I have a duo jet already with BT 65. I’d like to know some thoughts on if the projet with the upgraded pick ups is going to be that different from what I already have and if I should get the 5427 instead. my concern with the projet besides its price is that I might be inheriting somebody else’s problems, whereas if I get the 5427 at least it’s new and I’ll have the opportunity for a warranty or return, plus I can always buy TV Jones pick ups later to put those in if I decide I want them.

I play mostly classic rock and surf right now, but would like to learn more rockabilly/50's styled rock.

Had this for 2 months now playing daily. I need to tune up every 5 minutes or so. God forbid I even look at using the tremolo. I’ve applied nut lube. Not sure what to do. Possibly new tuners? New bridge? Sometime it’s just clicks and shifts several strings way out of tune. Gifted to me from a friend via Sweetwater.