Fender American Performer Stratocaster
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The American Performer Stratocaster replaced the American Special as Fender's most affordable U.S.-made Strat line, aimed squarely at working players. Yosemite single-coils, Greasebucket tone shaping and the push-pull neck-on option give it more flexibility than a bare-bones American Standard descendant, while the modern neck and jumbo-fret feel keep it practical rather than nostalgic. On the used market, condition and originality are the primary drivers, and unmodified examples with the original gig bag tend to hold up best. It is a value-oriented U.S. Strat for musicians, not collectors, and that broad audience keeps the market active.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $800 and $925; anything under $800 is worth a close look. Prices are down 11.4% vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
Turnover is steady at ~10/month. Supply is consistent enough that patient buyers can find options without rushing.
The market isn't particularly condition-sensitive (~1% spread). A player-grade example trades close to a clean one.
Related models
The full U.S. working-player step up: V-Mod II pickups and a more refined spec throughout.
Mexican-made at a lower price: useful reference for how much of the Am Performer premium is tied to the domestic build.
The older U.S. workhorse at lower used prices: broadly similar working-player brief without the Performer-era features.
For Sale (20 listings)
Unknown seller • 2019
American Performer Stratocaster - Honeyburst with Rosewood Fingerboard
$900
Good
Unknown seller
American Performer Stratocaster w/Rosewood Fretboard - Arctic White
$970
Excellent
Ernie Williamson Music • 2019
Limited Edition Fender American Performer Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2019 - Olympic White
$1,000
Excellent
pvt seller • 2024
Fender American Performer Limited Edition 70th Anniversary Timber Series Stratocaster with Gator hardshell case
$985
Excellent
Guitars In The Attic • 2023
2023 Fender American Performer Stratocaster – Arctic White
$1,052
Excellent
The Zombie Guitar Company • 2019
Fender American Performer Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2019 - Honeyburst w/Gigbag
$900
Very Good![FENDER USA American Performer Stratocaster Penny [US18103872] (04/09)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--jh5bT30b--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/d163a068-7668-4f23-b2f1-513bfb993c0f.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC • 2018
FENDER USA American Performer Stratocaster Penny [US18103872] (04/09)
$1,187
Good
Hannes Gear Emporium • 2021
Fender Fender American Performer Stratocaster 2021 USA – Satin Lake Placid Blue – Maple Neck 2021 - Satin Lake Placid Blue
$1,211
Very Good
Milwaukee Vintage • 2018
2018 Fender American Performer Stratocaster - Copper Penny
$975
Good
Rob's island guitars • 2020
2020 Fender American Performer Stratocaster HSS with Rosewood Fretboard 3-Tone Sunburst | s-1 switch HSS electric guitar made in the usa Hardshell case
$1,399
Excellent
Morrell Music Co. • 2025
Fender American Performer Stratocaster Electric Guitar Arctic White w/ Gig Bag
$1,000
Excellent
String Things • 2018
Fender American Performer Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2018 - Present - Honeyburst
$850
Very Good
Drop Music Antibes • 2018
Fender American Performer Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2018 - Present - Satin Lake Placid Blue
$1,223
Very Good
Mike's Gear Outlet • 2025
Fender American Performer Stratocaster – David Gilmour Style – Lollar Sixty Four/ SSL-1 / SSL-5 – Copper Shielded – USA
$1,949
Excellent![FENDER USA FSR American Performer Timber Stratocaster Mocha [US240025752] (04/06)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--gDCuCSOm--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/e5e71366-ae94-40be-9b27-514b47ebd452.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC
FENDER USA FSR American Performer Timber Stratocaster Mocha [US240025752] (04/06)
$1,252
Good
rEvolve Guitar and Music Shop • 2019
Fender American Performer Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard Satin Lake Placid Blue
$849
Very Good
Music Plays On • 2019
Fender American Performer Stratocaster Electric Guitar
$859
Excellent