Fender American Vintage Stratocaster
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The American Vintage Stratocaster line was Fender's serious U.S. reissue program before American Original and Vintage II, aimed at buyers who cared about era-correct parts and feel. Lacquer finishes, period-correct necks, vintage hardware and model-year-specific pickup voicing are the differentiators here, and they explain why these guitars sit well above ordinary player-grade American Strats. On the used market, originality and year-specific accuracy are almost as important as condition, while changed hardware or rewired electronics can take a noticeable bite out of value. This is the reissue segment for players and collectors who want a true vintage-style Strat without buying an actual vintage Strat.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $1,400 and $2,350; anything under $1,400 is worth a close look. Prices are down 7.3% vs. 12 months ago. Some price variation month to month, but within a normal range.
Turnover is steady at ~13/month. Supply is consistent enough that patient buyers can find options without rushing.
Condition matters here — worn examples sell for roughly 33% less than clean ones. Prioritize a good example if you plan to resell.
Related models
The updated reissue program at a higher price: stricter year-specific specs and refined production replace the older AV series.
More recent U.S. reissue at a higher price: a useful comparison when choosing between reissue generations.
Master-built step up: for buyers who have outgrown the precision of a production-line vintage reissue.
For Sale (20 listings)
Unknown seller • 2005
American Vintage '57 Stratocaster Yamano Music 2005 Sunburst w/ OHSC, Tags
$2,295
Excellent
Dan's stuff • 2013
Fender American Vintage '59 Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2013 - 2017 - 3-Color Sunburst
$1,977
Very Good
Unknown seller • 1994
Limited Edition 40th Anniversary 1954 Reissue Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 1994 Brown Sunburst USA American Vintage AVRI w/ OHSC
$2,495
Excellent
John's Gear Outlet • 2015
2015 Fender American Vintage '65 Stratocaster (AVRI, Olympic White)
$2,000
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2013
American Vintage FSR '70s Stratocaster 2013 Black US Reissue Limited Run w/ OHSC
$2,495
Excellent
TC GAKKI • 2000
Fender USA 2000 American Vintage ‘62 Stratocaster Thin Lacquer
$1,745
Very Good
Unknown seller • 1990
American Vintage '57 Stratocaster 1990 Black USA Reissue w/ OHSC
$2,295
Excellent
Corey's Gear Bazaar • 2015
Rare 2015 Fender American Vintage Late 1959 "Thin Skin" '59 Stratocaster 2007 - 2017 - 3-Color Sunburst
$1,899
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2004
American Vintage '57 Stratocaster Yamano Music 2004 Ocean Turquoise Metallic w/ OHSC
$2,495
Excellent
Qsic - secondhand musical instruments store from Japan - • 1996
Fender American Vintage 57 Stratocaster BLK 1996
$1,513
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2001
American Vintage '57 Stratocaster 2001 Dakota Red Yamano Music Order w/ OHSC
$3,295
Excellent
bobbymack's Gear Shop • 2007
Fender '62 AVRI Hot Rod Strat 2007 - Sherwood Green
$1,950
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2013
American Vintage '65 Reissue Stratocaster w/ Fender '59 Reissue Neck 2013 Shoreline Gold AVRI w/ OHSC
$2,495
Excellent
Guitar Effects Pedals Nashville Showroom OPEN TO THE PUBLIC • 1997
used 1997 Fender American Vintage Reissue AVRI '62 Stratocaster in Shoreline Gold, Very Good Condition with Hard Case
$1,899
Very Good
Unknown seller • 1992
Vintage 1992 Fender Stratocaster American Vintage '57 (1957) Reissue Electric Guitar w/ Original Tweed Case, Paperwork!
$2,000
Good
Vintage Zone Guitars • 2024
2024 Fender ‘61 Stratocaster AVRI - Fiesta Red
$1,499
Very Good
Heavy Cat Guitars • 1982
1982 Fender American Vintage AVRI 57 Stratocaster Sunburst - Fullerton Factory
$1,839
Good