Need Advice on a Used Piano

[chosenbyone]

I knew that there were many here on AFF that could give me a little advice in buying a used piano, so please let me know what your thoughts were regarding this purchase. After much thought, I decided to purchase a piano and start taking lessons again. I haven't owned a piano since 1993; therefore, I wanted to ensure that I get a reliable one.

I contacted a gentleman who restores and tunes pianos and he stated that he had three for sale. All three of them were listed @ $600, which included delivery. The three pianos to choose from were:

Kimbell with walnut - 20 years old

Cable with mahogany - unknown age

Baldwin Studio, 45 inches - unknown age

I owned a Kimbell before which was why I knew the age of the one listed above, because I asked more questions on that particular brand. I haven't heard of a Cable piano, so I need a little help with my decision. I found out that buying a good quality used piano in the stores would run me around $2000. This would be used as a practice piano and I don't want to incur that expense if it could be avoided.

Thank you in advance.

chosen