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
American Special Telecaster - 3-tone Sunburst w/ Maple fingerboard
$1,100
Excellent
AJ Gear Outlet • 2013
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2013 - 2018 - Vintage Blonde
$950
Very Good
SOUNDTORIUM STORE • 2013
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2013 - 2018 - Vintage Blonde
$999
Excellent
Aleksandar Antonić • 2018
Fender American Special Telecaster (Suhr Classic T set)
$1,455
Very Good
Action Sound • 2012
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2012
$1,350
Excellent
Jason's Boutique • 2013
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2013 - 2018 - Vintage Blonde
$1,050
Very Good
JAMN-J • 2015
Fender American Special Telecaster 2015 3-Color Sunburst OHSC
$925
Excellent
Yamanashi Musical Instrument Store • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster 2010 / 3.66kg【下取りで最大15%OFF】【甲府店】
$1,214
Excellent
J-R’s Gear Garage • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2010 - 2018 - 3-Color Sunburst
$1,049
Excellent
Music Man L.A.M.F. • 2010
Fender American Special Standard Telecaster Heavy Mods 2010 USA
$1,626
Very Good
Blues Angel Music • 2017
Fender FSR American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2017 - Aztec Gold with Matching Headstock **Upgraded Bridge**
$1,400
Excellent
Action Sound • 2010
Fender Telecaster American Special -Vintage Blonde (2010)
$1,350
Excellent
John's Gear Shack • 2017
Fender American Special Telecaster 2017 - Sherwood Green Metallic
$1,134
Excellent
MUSIC WORKS • 2014
Fender American Special Telecaster 3 Tone Sunburst 2014
$1,589
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
$1,500
Excellent
Guitars Plus • 2017
Fender American Special Telecaster FSR Surf Green with Maple Fretboard - 2017
$1,172
Very Good