The first thing I noticed was how dusty it appears to be.
Then I see:
Why not spend a couple of minutes with a fine cloth before taking the blummin' photos then?
Gotoh Tuners are top quality and you can get left handed ones: https://www.gluedtomusic.com/products/1925/gotoh-fb30-jazz-p-style-bass-tuners-4-in-line-left-handed-nickel-cloverleaf/
The wall of text in times roman capitals has given me a headache but I think my assessment is correct: It never been near Jaco - its a fender jaco signature jazz that has had the neck epoxied by Jaco's bass tech.
After buying so many instruments in 2022 that I have run out of places to hide new ones from the missus, I have resolved to buy no new guitars or basses in 2023. That said, now I have seen the cherry newport, I really want one.
I've seen Justin Meldal-Johnsen on TV appearances with St Vincent where he was playing either his Fender Signature, mustang or possibly the original '67 the signature is based on—but he did also played a Hofner club bass for a bit of variety. I don't play my JMJs due to them being associated with Mr Meldal Johnsen, but due to them being excellent instruments in their own right.
I bet this looked a lot better in his imagination before he ripped the frets out and applied that hideous finish. Must be a regret sale as he feels a bit sick and ashamed every time he looks at it.