Fender American Special Stratocaster
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The American Special Stratocaster was Fender's stripped-back U.S. value line, built for players who wanted domestic build quality without paying for the higher-spec American Standard. Texas Special pickups, jumbo frets and Greasebucket tone wiring gave it a more aggressive, less polished identity than the more neutral American Standard models sold alongside it. On the used market, originality counts most around the pickups and wiring because buyers are usually chasing the factory American Special recipe rather than a platform for modding. It is a straightforward player Strat, and clean examples usually represent solid value in the used U.S.-made market.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $800 and $1,000; anything under $775 is worth a close look. Prices are down 5.2% vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
Turnover is steady at ~8/month. Supply is consistent enough that patient buyers can find options without rushing.
The market isn't particularly condition-sensitive (~12% spread). A player-grade example trades close to a clean one.
Related models
Lower-priced MIM: modern spec without the U.S. build premium.
The current U.S. entry-level equivalent: updated Yosemite pickups and a more refined build throughout.
Step up within the U.S. lineup: V-Mod pickups and a more stage-polished spec.
For Sale (21 listings)
Unknown seller • 2010
American Special Stratocaster - Candy Apple Red
$1,250
Excellent
Sid's Boutique • 2010
American Special Stratocaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red
$1,650
Excellent
Hank’s GAS Station • 2015
Fender American Special Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2015 - 2018 Sonic Blue
$1,015
Excellent
Hendriks Guitars
Fender American Special Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2-Color Sunburst
$1,333
Very Good
Connor 's Shop • 2014
Fender FSR American Special Hand-Stained Stratocaster with Gator Hard Case
$850
Good
Matt's Gear Depot • 2017
Fender American Special Stratocaster HSS with Maple Fretboard 2017 - 2018 Fiesta Red
$1,000
Excellent
Sams Gear Shop • 2017
Fender FSR American Special Stratocaster with Matching Headstock 2017 - Aztec Gold
$1,550
Excellent
A Flash Flood of Gear • 2017
Fender American Special Stratocaster 2017 Sonic Blue USA Pure Vintage '59 PUs w/ Bag
$1,095
Excellent
Frederick's Gear Outlet • 2012
Fender FSR 2012 HSS American Special Strat
$1,300
Very Good
Gombrelli Guitars USA Pro Hot Rod Shop • 2014
Fender American Special FSR Hand-Stained Stratocaster 2014 - Satin - Texas Special
$1,265
Excellent
LA Guitars • 2010
Fender American Special Stratocaster HSS with Rosewood Fretboard 2010 - 2018 - Black
$779
Very Good
Atomic Music • 2017
Fender American Special Stratocaster Guitar with Case 2017 - 2-Color Sunburst / Rosewood fingerboard
$899
Very Good
Joe's Guitar Shop • 2010
Fender American Special Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2010 - 2018 2-Color Sunburst
$793
Very Good
Play and Trade Guitars • 2014
Fender Limited Edition American Special Stratocaster 2014 - ALL BLACK
$949
Good
Dave's Guitar Shop • 2016
Fender USED American Special HSS Stratocaster, '16
$895
Very Good
Manchester Music Mill • 2018
Fender- 2018 American Special Stratocaster - USED
$900
Very Good
David's Gear Outlet • 2010
Fender American Special Stratocaster HSS (2010, USA) – Sunburst
$875
Excellent
Jay's Gear Clearout • 2009
2009 Fender USA American Special Stratocaster - in Ebony & Rosewood
$1,190
Very Good
Matty's Guitars & Gear
Fender American Special Stratocaster with Warmoth Neck
$1,160
Very Good