Difference between STERLING Silo30 and SUB Silo30

[timeroo]

I was wondering what the difference between the STERLING (pre-SUB) silo30 and the newer SUB by Sterling Silo30 is.

I was told the Sterling (pre-SUB) is kind of like a MIM Fender and the newer SUB line is more of a Squier

I am considering a Sterling (pre SUB) Silhouette Silo30 for about $300 from 2010, is that too much? I know zero about EBMM products.