Fender American Special Telecaster
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The American Special Telecaster was Fender's stripped-back U.S. value line, built for players who wanted American production without the price of the higher-trim models. Texas Special pickups, jumbo frets and Greasebucket-style wiring gave it a more aggressive, less neutral identity than the American Standard Tele and made it attractive to players who wanted some factory attitude. On the used market, originality counts most around pickups and wiring, while finish and ordinary wear count less than whether the guitar still reflects the stock American Special recipe. It is a straightforward player Tele and usually a sensible value in the used U.S. market.
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Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $800 and $875; anything under $775 is worth a close look. Prices are up +15.8% vs. earliest available data. The market is predictable month to month.
This is a slow-moving market at ~6/month. Sellers may wait longer for the right buyer; don't expect a quick flip.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~13% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
Lower-priced MIM: current production without the U.S. build premium.
The current U.S. entry-level equivalent: updated Yosemite pickups and a more refined build.
Step up within the U.S. lineup: V-Mod pickups and a more polished spec throughout.
For Sale (21 listings)
Unknown seller • 2017
Limited Edition FSR American Special Telecaster (2017)
$1,869
Excellent
Wayne's Basement of Bargains • 2013
Fender American Special Telecaster 2013 - Vintage Blonde
$955
Very Good
TC's Guitars & Gear • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2010 - 2018 - Olympic White
$1,350
Excellent
BAS Music • 2018
Fender FSR American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2018 - Black with Matching Headstock
$2,000
Excellent
Guitars Plus • 2017
Fender American Special Telecaster FSR Surf Green with Maple Fretboard - 2017
$1,325
Very Good
Johnny G's Stuff • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard
$1,150
Excellent
Guitars Plus • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2010 - 2018 - 3-Color Sunburst
$1,104
Very Good
Chicago Music Exchange • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster Olympic White 2010
$1,215
Good
Matteo's Gear Garage • 2013
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2013 - 2018 - Vintage Blonde
$1,195
Very Good
Nicholas's Gear Outlet • 2012
Fender American Special Telecaster 2012 - Sunburst
$810
Very Good
Vin’s Music Shop
Fender American Special Telecaster - TV Jones + Bigsby - Rosewood Fretboard - Olympic White
$1,550
Good
Mojo Gear Boutique • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2010 - 2018 - Olympic White
$1,250
Very Good
Ali Tolga's Gear Outlet • 2013
Fender American Special Telecaster 2013 Gloss Polyurethane
$895
Very Good
Common Thread Music • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster 2010 - Olympic White
$975
Good
Shop • 2016
Fender American Special Telecaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2016 - 2018 - 3-Color Sunburst
$1,255
Excellent
MUSICROMIA • 2010
Fender American special TELECASTER 2010 - Olympic white
$1,078
Excellent
I Want That Guitar • 2011
2012 Fender American Special Telecaster Olympic White with Fender Deluxe Hard Case
$1,099
Excellent
Relic Music • 2019
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard - Charcoal Frost Metallic w/ GB
$1,100
Very Good
MusicMan Gear • 2013
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2013 - 2018 - Vintage Blonde
$1,114
Good