C.F. Martin & Co. D-35 Price Guide
The Martin D-35 was introduced in 1965 as a creative solution to declining availability of wide rosewood planks needed for the traditional two-piece D-28 back. The D-35 features a distinctive three-piece back using narrower rosewood strips, which actually produces a slightly different tonal character — many players prefer its slightly more complex overtones. The D-35 became a staple of country and singer-songwriter recordings through the 1970s.
Produced: 1965–present
📖 Buyer's Guide
Early D-35s (1965-1969) with Brazilian rosewood are extremely valuable and should be verified carefully. Indian rosewood models from 1970 onward are excellent players. The three-piece back is structurally sound and not a compromise — in fact, it can be more stable. Look for the same issues as any Martin: neck reset, top cracks, and bridge plate condition.
Value by Year
| Year | Excellent | Very Good | Good | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | $6,000–$12,000 | $4,000–$6,000 | $2,500–$4,000 | Full Details → |
| 1966 | $5,500–$11,000 | $3,500–$5,500 | $2,200–$3,500 | Full Details → |
| 1967 | $5,200–$10,500 | $3,300–$5,200 | $2,100–$3,300 | Full Details → |
| 1968 | $5,000–$10,000 | $3,200–$5,000 | $2,000–$3,200 | Full Details → |
| 1969 | $4,500–$9,000 | $2,900–$4,500 | $1,800–$2,900 | Full Details → |
| 1970 | $4,000–$8,000 | $2,600–$4,000 | $1,600–$2,600 | Full Details → |
| 1972 | $3,500–$7,000 | $2,200–$3,500 | $1,400–$2,200 | Full Details → |
| 1974 | $3,200–$6,500 | $2,000–$3,200 | $1,300–$2,000 | Full Details → |
| 1975 | $3,000–$6,000 | $1,900–$3,000 | $1,200–$1,900 | Full Details → |