How much is a 1959 Strat worth?

between $25,000 to $35,000
1959 Fender Stratocaster could fetch between $25,000 to $35,000 on the current TradeMe auction.

Is a Mexican Strat any good?

That being said, Mexican Strats are still excellent sounding guitars. They deliver the same versatile range as the American Strats, with that same snappy tone quality. They just don’t have that extra oomph that makes an American Strat an American Strat.

How much is a 50s Stratocaster worth?

$6,500 to $150,000
We have found that 1950’s Fender Stratocasters can range in value from $6,500 to $150,000.

How much is the first Stratocaster worth?

NASHVILLE — The first production model Fender Stratocaster has been sold for $250,000.

How much is a 1952 Fender Stratocaster worth?

We have found that 1950’s Fender Stratocasters can range in value from $6,500 to $150,000. There are many factors that go into that valuation and we can assist in finding the actual value of your instrument.

Who owns the 0001 Strat?

It was for sure built in 1954, making it one of the first Stratocasters, but in fact the first Strat ever built is printed with the serial 0100 and is currently owned by George Gruhn, vintage guitar aficionado and owner of Gruhn’s Guitars in Nashville.

What kind of Stratocaster did Fender make in 1959?

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How many screws are on a 1959 Stratocaster?

So, there is a handful of “transition” 1959 Stratocasters. You’ll see ones that have the single ply pickguard with 10 screws instead of the previous year’s 8 screws. You’ll also come across Strats with the 3 ply pickguard but only 8 screws. Here are some samples of transition Stratocasters from 1959.

Why do some 1959 Stratocasters look like a two-tone sunburst?

Finally, the red dye used in the 3-tone sunburst was not very robust, causing the red to often fade. So, you’ll see quite a bit of the 59 Strats that look like a two-tone sunburst because of the fading red. As with anything Fender during this era, Leo Fender didn’t waste materials. So, there is a handful of “transition” 1959 Stratocasters.

What kind of pickguard does a 1959 Stratocaster have?

1959 Stratocaster with 11 hole/screw pickguard (First is a single ply. Then, it’s followed by a 3 ply) The cases for these guitars also saw a change mid-year. They started the year with the tweed cases with the yellow lining. Then, around the middle of the year, they transitioned to a new brown tolex and brown leather ends with the yellow lining.