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 $825 and $975; anything under $825 is worth a close look. Prices are up +23.5% 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.
The market isn't particularly condition-sensitive (~12% spread). A player-grade example trades close to a clean one.
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 • 2010
American Special Telecaster - 3-tone Sunburst w/ Maple fingerboard
$1,100
Excellent
Adrian's Boutique • 2017
Fender American Special Telecaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2017 - 2018 - Sherwood Green Metallic
$1,000
Excellent
Peter's Gear Locker • 2017
Fender American Special Telecaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2017 - 2018 - Sherwood Green Metallic
$1,099
Very Good
Billy's Fine Guitars • 2015
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2010 - 2018 - 3-Color Sunburst
$899
Very Good
20th Century Toys • 2017
2017 Fender American Special Telecaster. Sunburst. Incl Hard Shell Case
$1,531
Excellent
Tone Tech Music • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster 2010-2011 - Butterscotch blonde w/custom Shop Texas Special pickups & Fender gigbag padded backpackable case
$1,195
Excellent
Jesse’s Gear Shop • 2015
Fender American Special Telecaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2015 - 2018 - Lake Placid Blue
$1,150
Very Good
Schlupps Gear • 2018
2018 Fender American Special Telecaster - !UPDATED PHOTOS/DESCRIPTION! -SCN noiseless pickups - Rosewood Fretboard - Sherwood Green Metallic
$1,320
Excellent
Kyle's Shop • 2018
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2018 - Autumn Blaze Metallic
$1,200
Very Good
NMMusic • 2014
Fender American Special Telecaster 2014 – Thomann 60th Anniversary Limited Edition (Faded Violin Burst)
$1,258
Excellent
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ISHIBASHI MUSIC
FENDER USA American Special Telecaster Maple Vintage Blonde [US18033385] (09/24)
$1,343
Good
Action Sound • 2012
Fender American Special Telecaster with Maple Fretboard 2012
$1,350
Excellent
Yamanashi Musical Instrument Store • 2010
Fender American Special Telecaster 2010 / 3.66kg【下取りで最大15%OFF】【甲府店】
$1,203
Excellent
Music Man L.A.M.F. • 2010
Fender American Special Standard Telecaster Heavy Mods 2010 USA
$1,596
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)
$1,200
Excellent