^ Thanks for the advice
Yeah I think getting something second hand would be much better but I'm failing to find anything appropriate in terms of second hand gear. I've looked on tradingpost.com.au and there's absolutely nothing on there... and I'm always weary of ebay too because I like picking things up in person. Australia is a pretty big country so it's hard to find someone selling from somewhere where you can pick it up or have it delivered without huge costs! So second hand might not be an option... it's also going to take me a little while to save up a comfortable amount and second hand things are hit or miss, whereas most stores usually have standard P basses in stock. I've checked out that bass center website before too, most of the second hand basses on there are pretty pricey though, but I haven't looked for a while so I might go have another look.
Apart from Fender precisions is there any other particular models you would recommend for somebody who isn't a beginner but isn't a pro either? I like the sound of the p basses.
And so you think Mexican Fenders are not worth getting? Because there is quite a huge difference in the price between American and Mexicxan...
EDIT: Just had a look on ebay, there is nothing on there in my area either
At all! It's too hard to buy second hand, and when one pops up I might not have the money yet.