Fender American Elite Stratocaster
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The American Elite Stratocaster was Fender's short-lived premium replacement for the American Deluxe, aimed at players who wanted a no-compromise modern U.S. Strat. Fourth-generation noiseless pickups, compound-radius neck shaping, heel-end truss adjustment and advanced switching make it one of Fender's most overtly contemporary production Strats of its era. On the used market, originality counts most around the electronics and hardware, because those upgrades are the whole point and aftermarket changes rarely improve resale. It remains a strong buy for players who want a high-feature Strat without paying Custom Shop money.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $1,025 and $1,325; anything under $1,000 is worth a close look. Prices are down 3.2% vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
Turnover is steady at ~11/month. Supply is consistent enough that patient buyers can find options without rushing.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~22% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
Lower-priced current U.S. alternative: V-Mod II pickups and a modern working-player spec.
The successor: Ultra Noiseless pickups, compound radius, and a more refined spec throughout.
Vintage-spec U.S. alternative: lacquer and period hardware for buyers who prefer that direction over the Elite spec.
For Sale (21 listings)
Bax Music • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster HSS 2016 (Pre-owned)
$1,833
Excellent
Music City
Fender American Elite Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard in Olympic Pearl with Case
$1,200
Very Good
Bill's Music • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster Electric Guitar Rosewood Fingerboard, Autumn Blaze Metallic
$1,500
Good
Rob's island guitars • 2018
2018 Fender American Elite Stratocaster electric guitar in Sky Blue Burst Finish made in the usa ohsc
$1,699
Excellent
66MusicStore • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2016 - 2019 - Tobacco Sunburst
$1,581
Excellent
Kendall Conservatory of Music • 2018
USED Fender 2018 American Elite Stratocaster made in Corona California
$1,400
Excellent
Robert's Shop • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster with Ebony Fretboard 2016 - 2019 - Olympic Pearl
$1,250
Good
Revolver Guitars • 2015
2015 Fender American Elite Stratocaster - Sky Burst Metallic
$1,025
Excellent
Spacetone Music • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2016 - Autumn Blaze Metallic
$1,349
Very Good
O'Donnell's Guitars
Fender American Elite Stratocaster RW Autumn Blaze Metallic
$1,898
Excellent
Tom's Pawnshop Treasures • 2016
Fender USA 2016 American Elite Stratocaster Guitar w Fender Tweed Case & Trem Bar
$1,049
Excellent
Brent's Gear Outlet • 2015
HSS Fender American Elite Stratocaster - S1 switch - Humbucker Bypass Button
$1,495
Excellent
Tritone Music • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster 2016 Tobacco Sunburst
$1,589
Good
Will's gear outlet • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2016 - 2019 - Aged Cherry Burst
$1,404
Excellent
Noisebleed • 2017
Fender American Elite Stratocaster RW Aged Cherry Burst
$1,684
Very Good
Guitar depot • 2017
Fender American elite Stratocaster 2017 - Metallic blue
$1,700
Excellent
Jordan Guitars Ltd • 2018
2018 Fender American Elite Stratocaster – Aged Cherry Burst
$1,882
Excellent
Milan Stapar • 2016
Fender American Elite Stratocaster HSS Shawbucker with Maple Fretboard 2016 - 2019 - 3-Color Sunburst
$2,218
Very Good
BlueNoteStore Strumenti Musicali • 2018
FENDER American Elite Stratocaster EB Ocean Turquoise con Upgrade Chitarra Elettrica
$1,815
Very Good