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Why do I see more Vandersteen model 3s vs model 2s for sale?

Just wondering about something I've noticed on the audiogon.com website over the past few months. It seems when Vandersteen speakers pop-up for sale a good percentage of them are the model 3's. Based off what I know about Vandersteen it seems like there should be a lot more Model 2's for sale based off of overall units sold. Anyone else notice this? What could be the reason?
I currently have the Model 2c's (SNs around 27K, I believe) and they are a great speaker. When I upgrade I either want the latest version of the model 2 (2ce sig II's) used, or used Model 3a sigs (also the latest version). I think the pricing would be somewhere in the ballpark of 1.8k for the 2ce sig IIs vs around 2.4k for the 3a sigs.
Would I be better or getting the model 2's or springing an extra $700 on the model 3's?
Just wanted to get some input on this. 3A sigs seem like the logical choice, but seeing so many for sale compared to the model 2's make me hesitant. Thanks for any insight.
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A giant killer upgrade path you are missing is 5a

zebrawood or wild Rosewood are my faves and you get a much better sub.....

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Look guys, I said some people might like that look in the veneer. I personally, don't.  Remember I have Vandersteen Treo Ct's too!  And I love them. I have the mahogany stained walnut, and If my pair would have come to the dealer and looked like that pair, I would have rejected them.  I have talked to some speaker manufacturers, one of whom I visited and talked to the designer, and that type of veneer would be a "no go."  Please remember, this is just my opinion as to how I feel about it. 

Ctsooner. As much as I love Vandersteen, the veneers are not always top notch. I have seen some pairs with mis-matched grain and even a space between veneer pieces whereas you could see the MDF underneath (Pair of 5a's at a dealer). And also, If you can believe it, some veneer waivering  meaning it had peaks and dips on the side of a speaker you could easily see.  Overall, yes, Vandersteen does an excellent job with it's finishes. Near Perfect? No....And please don't tell me that wood is never perfect. I get and understand that fact but I think we can all spot less than ideal workmanship.
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A giant killer upgrade path you are missing is 5a
Oh man, that would be my ultimate upgrade. I do see these on the site every once in a while for 6-7K, but don’t know if I’ll ever be in a position to buy this much speaker all at once. If I could there would be no hesitation. But, yes, that would be #5 on my list (possibly #4 before the upgraded electronics)
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Mr_m

i agree, two issues
taste and I can say my Dad and I were polar opposites on wood, I have Americana sapwood wild cherry dining table that drove him insane... yet he love flame and Curley Maple in a flintlock.... go figure

knowing RV as I think I do, I am sure he would want to know about quality escapes, wood or otherwise.
he is out of email range for a bit ( I believe Munich show ) but factory open - I will let Jaclyn know

i hope I don’t sound defensive
i fixed my share of issues on $200 M product, perfection eludes all but God

yet we strive for it !!!

finally mr_m let’s inspect my veneer together over a nice red and some tunes !!!

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