Fender American Performer Mustang
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The American Performer Mustang is Fender's U.S.-made short-scale offset for players who want a production Mustang that feels current rather than purely nostalgic. Yosemite single-coils, modern neck specs and the factory Dynamic Vibrato setup are the key pieces here, because they keep the model recognizably Mustang while making it a more confident working guitar than many reissue-style versions. On the used market, originality and clean condition do most of the pricing work, especially around the trem and electronics, while finish rarity is secondary. It is a strong player-first Mustang, and it usually appeals more to musicians than to collectors.
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Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $825 and $925; anything under $800 is worth a close look. Some price variation month to month, but within a normal range.
This model rarely comes to market at ~3/month. When one does appear, expect less room to negotiate on price.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~17% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
Vintage-spec Mexican alternative at a lower price: slider controls and period hardware if you prefer that direction.
The high-profile short-scale rock option: humbucker-driven, competition-stripe cosmetics — a very different brief at a higher price.
Mexican-made at a lower price: useful reference for how much of the Am Performer premium comes from the domestic build.
For Sale (14 listings)
Unknown seller • 2020
American Performer Mustang - 3-Tone Sunburst with Rosewood Fingerboard
$1,200
Good
G's Gear • 2019
2019 Fender American Performer Mustang – Penny (discontinued finish)
$956
Excellent
Imperial Vintage Guitars • 2022
2022 Fender American Performer Mustang Sonic Blue w/ Gigbag
$1,199
Very Good
Willis Music • 2010
Fender American Performer Mustang with Rosewood Fretboard - Vintage White
$1,185
Excellent
mustrument • 2021
Fender American Performer Mustang - USA 2021 - Vintage White - Gigbag included
$1,708
Excellent
The Painted Player Guitar Co.
TPP Kurt Cobain "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Fender American Performer Competition Mustang Tribute - Relic Seymour Duncan
$3,810
Mint
Ex Libris Sounds • 2018
Fender American Performer Mustang with Rosewood Fretboard 2018 - 2021 - Penny
$1,248
Very Good
LL Music Center • 2018
Fender American Performer Mustang 2018 - Vintage White + Gigbag
$1,449
Very Good
Private seller
Fender American Performer Mustang 3-Tone Sunburst w/ Hard Shell Case
$999
Very Good
A's Gear Locker
Fender American Performer Mustang - Satin Sonic Blue, Musikraft Neck Upgrade
$1,099
Excellent
Well Played Gear
Fender American Performer Mustang Electric Guitar Rosewood Fretboard, Satin Sonic Blue, US2102XXXX
$1,299
Excellent
StefJon Guitar Works • 2022
Fender American Performer Mustang with Rosewood Fretboard 2022 - Satin Sonic Blue
$1,225
Excellent