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Used Fender Vintage Stratocaster (pre-1985)

FenderVintage Stratocaster (pre-1985)

Original US Stratocasters made before 1985, the CBS and pre-CBS eras.

  • Electric guitartype
  • USAmade in
  • 1954–1984made
  • 135listings now
Used, any case£2,266from £848 · 130 listings
Used, hard case£2,200from £866 · 42 listings
Used, gig bag–none listed now
Case not stated£2,272from £848 · 87 listings
New / unplayed–none listed now
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eBay UK · median Buy It Now asking price
£2,303£2,419£2,535£2,6516 Nov9 Nov
Used (all)With hard caseNew

135 listings

  1. Fender 1983 2 Knob Stratocaster USA Black Fullerton build (Dan Smith)
    Liskeard Case not stated 1983 USABlackPrivate seller
    richard8559 · 100% · 2,213 feedback
    £848 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  2. Fender US Stratocaster (1984-88) E-Series, Black, RW Fretboard, 2008 US Pickups
    Leicester Hard case Hard case*2008 USABlackPrivate sellerBest Offer
    thurjohanse0 · 100% · 109 feedback
    £866 incl. £25 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  3. Fender Stratocaster American Hardtail customised. Vintage 1977-1978
    Leigh-on-Sea Case not stated 1978 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    sagha12342004 · 100% · 129 feedback
    £925 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  4. Fender Bullet Stratocaster 1983 - Made In USA - Black - Excellent Condition
    Littlehampton Case not stated 1983 USABlackShop / dealer
    audiotrader · 99.3% · 2,049 feedback
    £1,051 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  5. Fender Stratocaster 1984 BLACK - Left Handed Made in Fullerton USA.
    UK Case not stated Left-handed1984 USABlackPrivate sellerBest Offer
    chrisibiza66 · 100% · 150 feedback
    £1,062 incl. £35 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  6. 1977 Fender Stratocaster Black Solid Body with Chrome Scratch plate with case
    Esher Hard case Hard case1977 USABlackPrivate seller 10h 54m · 0 bids
    cahud_25 · 100% · 25 feedback
    £1,169 incl. £40 delivery Current bid
  7. 1983 Fender Stratocaster made in the USA - Black with maple neck - VGC
    London Case not stated 1983 USABlackPrivate seller
    7971austin · 100% · 34 feedback
    £1,200 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  8. Vintage Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar 1977
    Nottingham Hard case Hard case*1977 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    chrise5662 · 100% · 255 feedback
    £1,295 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  9. 1974 FENDER STRATOCASTER USA MAPLE NECK
    Gloucester Case not stated 1974 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    danielewi_960 · 100% · 586 feedback
    £1,295 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  10. Fender Stratocaster 1980 CBS Fullerton USA
    Northampton Case not stated 1980 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    miketyp3 · 100% · 2,505 feedback
    £1,300 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  11. Fender 25th Anniversary Stratocaster 1979 - All Original With Certificate
    Birmingham Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate seller
    cheaper_than_yours · 99.5% · 3,051 feedback
    £1,339 incl. £7 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  12. Fender Stratocaster 1983 Candy Apple Red
    Axminster Case not stated 1983 USARedPrivate sellerBest Offer
    madaxeman_1 · 100% · 1,408 feedback
    £1,383 incl. £50 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  13. 1976 fender strat with ‘57 bridge pickup and 80’s body.
    Waltham Cross Case not stated 1976 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    jonala_bradpk · 100% · 207 feedback
    £1,435 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  14. Fender Stratocaster Black 1983 USA (hardtail)
    Saint Albans Hard case Hard case*1983 USABlackPrivate sellerBest Offer
    ernwyb_0 · new seller, no feedback yet
    • New seller with no feedback
    £1,448 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  15. Dan Smith 1983 Fender USA Stratocaster with Suhr HSS hum-bucker OG Hard Case
    Towcester Hard case Hard case1983 USAHSSPrivate sellerBest Offer
    danmcg-3210 · 100% · 10 feedback
    £1,460 incl. £25 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  16. Vintage 1981 Fender Stratocaster USA Translucent Red Kahler Guitar OHSC 1970s
    Heanor Hard case Hard case1981 USARedShop / dealerBest Offer
    themusiclocker · 100% · 2,207 feedback
    £1,525 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  17. Left Handed Fender Stratocaster Guitar from 1978. Wonderful condition. With case
    London Hard case Hard caseLeft-handed1978 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    terryedterry · 100% · 319 feedback
    £1,537 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  18. Fender Stratocaster USA 1977. Natural blonde. Vintage. Great condition
    NW0 Case not stated 1977 USACream / vintage whitePrivate seller
    uk_rotun · 99.8% · 1,872 feedback
    £1,562 incl. £25 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  19. Fender Stratocaster Black 1978
    Sheffield Hard case Hard case*1978 USABlackPrivate sellerBest Offer
    littlevillage · 100% · 392 feedback
    £1,634 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  20. 1983 Fender Stratocaster USA Dan Smith 2-Knob Free Flyte w/ Trem Arm
    Bournemouth Case not stated 1983 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    lpbikeparts · 100% · 215 feedback
    £1,645 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  21. 1983 Fender 2-Knob Stratocaster Electric Guitar in Ivory, with Hard Case, Used
    Birmingham Hard case Hard case1983 USACream / vintage whiteShop / dealerBest Offer
    fair_deal_music_holdings · 99.8% · 7,829 feedback
    £1,649 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  22. 1979 Fender Stratocaster Hardtail Black
    Gloucester Case not stated 1979 USABlackPrivate seller
    japanesewings · 100% · 540 feedback
    £1,652 incl. £115 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  23. Fender "The Strat" Stratocaster Lake Placid Blue 1980
    London Hard case Hard case*1980 USABluePrivate sellerBest Offer
    bos6724 · 100% · 827 feedback
    £1,652 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  24. 1983 Fender Dan Smith era Stratocaster Hardtail in Sienna Sunburst
    London Case not stated 1983 USASunburstPrivate seller
    patguitars · 100% · 311 feedback
    £1,658 incl. £29 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  25. 1979 Fender American Stratocaster – Natural
    Leicester Case not stated 1979 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £1,685 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  26. 1980 Fender "The Strat" USA Lake Placid Blue Maple/Rosewood
    Farnham Case not stated 1980 USABluePrivate sellerBest Offer
    eze-5215 · 100% · 44 feedback
    £1,689 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  27. Fender USA Stratocaster 1982 Dan Smith Black American Guitar
    Withernsea Hard case Hard case*1982 USABlackPrivate seller
    bassalien900-3 · 100% · 41 feedback
    £1,700 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  28. Fender 1979 25th Anniversary Stratocaster Guitar with CASE
    Birmingham Hard case Hard case1979 USAPrivate seller
    shapsstash · 99.7% · 740 feedback
    £1,730 incl. £35 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  29. Fender Stratocaster 1978 USA
    UK Case not stated 1978 USAPrivate seller
    marcubarke-0 · 99.6% · 1,307 feedback
    £1,756 incl. £15 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  30. FENDER USA Dan Smith 82' Stratocaster Three Knob " Natural + Rosewood" (1982)
    Nottingham Case not stated 1982 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    squealingpigguitars · 100% · 900 feedback
    £1,800 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  31. Fender 25th Anniversary Stratocaster 1979 - All Original & Case
    Clitheroe Hard case Hard case1979 USAPrivate seller 7h 19m · 0 bids
    mbgm8jt2 · 100% · 117 feedback
    £1,843 postage not shown Current bid
  32. 1982 Fender "Dan Smith" Stratocaster Sunburst
    London Case not stated 1982 USASunburstPrivate seller
    odon05 · 100% · 35 feedback
    £1,845 incl. £50 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  33. 1979 Fender Stratocaster Aged Olympic White
    London Case not stated 1979 USACream / vintage whitePrivate seller
    odon05 · 100% · 35 feedback
    £1,845 incl. £50 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  34. 1982 Fender Stratocaster Fullerton CBS Transition Model Big Headstock 3 Bolt
    Doncaster Case not stated 1982 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    777vwt4 · 100% · 373 feedback
    £1,883 incl. £40 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  35. Fender Stratocaster 1977 Hardtail - Black **COLLECTION ONLY** - 2nd Hand
    Sheffield Case not stated 1977 USABlackShop / dealer
    richtonemusic · 100% · 116,495 feedback
    £1,899 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  36. 1982 Fender USA Stratocaster Hardtail in Black finish
    London Case not stated 1982 USABlackShop / dealer
    newkingsroadguitars · 100% · 534 feedback
    £1,940 incl. £40 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  37. FENDER USA 1977 STRATOCASTER Electric Guitar
    Cottingham Case not stated 1977 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    micky-lav09 · 100% · 342 feedback
    £1,970 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  38. 1983 Fender Dan Smith Stratocaster Sunburst COA by No.Tom, Denmark Street
    London Case not stated 1983 USASunburstPrivate sellerBest Offer
    chha7059 · 100% · 19 feedback
    £1,980 incl. £35 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  39. Fender 1979 Stratocaster - Black - 2nd Hand (172366)
    Sheffield Hard case Hard case*1979 USABlackShop / dealer
    richtonemusic · 100% · 116,495 feedback
    £1,989 incl. £10 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  40. 1979 Fender Stratocaster - Black - 2nd Hand
    Sheffield Hard case Hard case*1979 USABlackShop / dealer
    richtonemusic · 100% · 116,495 feedback
    £1,989 incl. £10 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  41. 1979 Fender 25th Anniversary American Stratocaster – Silver
    Leicester Case not stated 1979 USASilver / greyShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £2,015 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  42. 1984 Fender HM American Stratocaster Black with Original Hard Case USA Made Rare
    Halifax Hard case Hard case1984 USABlackPrivate sellerBest Offer
    john174uk · 100% · 211 feedback
    £2,047 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  43. 1977 Fender Stratocaster
    Upminster Case not stated 1977 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    ray6l6 · 100% · 57 feedback
    £2,047 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  44. 1982 Fender American Dan Smith Stratocaster – Olympic White READ DESCRIPTION
    Doncaster Case not stated 1982 USACream / vintage whitePrivate sellerBest Offer 1d 8h · 0 bids
    paev_4465 · 100% · 1,696 feedback
    £2,067 incl. £21 delivery Current bid
  45. 1979 Mocha Hard Tail Fender USA Stratocaster Guitar
    Kendal Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer 6d 5h · 0 bids
    toweys · 100% · 1,183 feedback
    £2,070 incl. £23 delivery Current bid
  46. 1978 Fender Stratocaster Hardtail Natural Vintage USA Electric Guitar w/Case
    Birmingham Hard case Hard case1978 USANatural / woodShop / dealerBest Offer
    fair_deal_music_holdings · 99.8% · 7,829 feedback
    £2,099 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  47. Fender Stratocaster USA Custom Addition 1981 Dan Smith Era
    UK Case not stated 1981 USAShop / dealer
    rockstockstores1 · 100% · 193 feedback
    £2,100 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  48. 1980 Fender American Hardtail Stratocaster – Olympic White
    Leicester Case not stated 1980 USACream / vintage whiteShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £2,110 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  49. 1979 Fender American Stratocaster – Natural
    Leicester Case not stated 1979 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £2,110 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  50. 1981 Fender American Stratocaster – Natural
    Leicester Case not stated 1981 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £2,120 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  51. Vintage Fender USA Stratocaster, Olympic White (1979), All Original
    Uxbridge Case not stated 1979 USACream / vintage whitePrivate seller
    nich2539 · 100% · 60 feedback
    £2,127 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  52. fender stratocaster hardtail 1977/78
    Milton Keynes Case not stated 1977 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    zatokae · 100% · 465 feedback
    £2,149 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  53. 1979 USA Fender Stratocaster
    Oxford Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    dasco-71 · 100% · 76 feedback
    £2,150 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  54. Fender Stratocaster Black 1978
    London Case not stated 1978 USABlackShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £2,159 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  55. 1979 Fender Stratocaster USA with original hard case
    Malvern Hard case Hard case1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    johnswiss · 100% · 802 feedback
    £2,174 incl. £25 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  56. Fender "Smith" Stratocaster 1982 custom colour Pewter
    Axminster Case not stated 1982 USASilver / greyPrivate sellerBest Offer
    madaxeman_1 · 100% · 1,408 feedback
    £2,179 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  57. 1979 Fender Hardtail Stratocaster - Natural *SUPER LIGHT!* - Case + Hangtags - P
    Bath Case not stated 1979 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    guitarbitzmusicstore · 99.9% · 35,938 feedback
    £2,195 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  58. Fender Stratocaster 1979/1980, trem, original moulded case
    Birmingham Hard case Hard case1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    smallredpenguin · 96.6% · 555 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £2,199 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  59. USA 1979 Fender Stratocaster Guitar + Original Case – American – Collector Grade
    Cambridge Hard case Hard case1979 USAPrivate seller
    chazzywazy · 91.7% · 339 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £2,200 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  60. 1979 Fender Stratocaster – COA No.Tom, Denmark Street – Natural – inc hard case
    London Hard case Hard case1979 USANatural / woodPrivate sellerBest Offer
    chha7059 · 100% · 19 feedback
    £2,219 incl. £45 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  61. 1980 Fender American Stratocaster – Sunburst
    Leicester Case not stated 1980 USASunburstShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £2,220 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  62. FENDER USA Vintage Stratocaster Natural Maple 1979
    Nottingham Case not stated 1979 USANatural / woodShop / dealerBest Offer
    squealingpigguitars · 100% · 900 feedback
    £2,230 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  63. 1976 Fender American Stratocaster – Natural
    Leicester Case not stated 1976 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £2,230 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  64. 1978 Fender Stratocaster Maple Fretboard in Black
    London Case not stated 1978 USABlackPrivate seller
    patguitars · 100% · 311 feedback
    £2,266 incl. £25 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  65. 1977 Fender Stratocaster Black original Solid-Body Electric Guitar OG Maple neck
    Brighton Case not stated 1977 USABlackPrivate sellerBest Offer
    willandthepeople · 100% · 25 feedback
    £2,278 incl. £28 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  66. 1981 Fender USA Stratocaster Hardtail Burgundy Mist refin with original case
    London Hard case Hard case1981 USARedModifiedShop / dealerBest Offer
    garage-uk · 100% · 3,005 feedback
    £2,333 incl. £38 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  67. 1979 Original US American Fender Stratocaster- Mocha Brown
    Great Yarmouth Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    sardou_17 · 100% · 4 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £2,359 incl. £6 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  68. 1979 Fender 25th Anniversary Stratocaster & Certificate A+++ Collector Grade
    Deal Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate seller
    wookmeister79 · 100% · 2,095 feedback
    £2,395 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  69. Fender 1979 Stratocaster, See through Burgundy Red, Used
    Barnet Hard case Hard case*1979 USARedShop / dealerBest Offer
    sound_garden_music_shop · 100% · 3,118 feedback
    £2,429 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  70. Fender Stratocaster Modified Electric Guitar in Refinished Red, Made in 1974
    Birmingham Hard case Hard case*1974 USARedModifiedShop / dealerBest Offer
    fair_deal_music_holdings · 99.8% · 7,829 feedback
    £2,499 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  71. Fender Stratocaster 1977/78 Sunburst Vintage Stratocaster USA Guitar 70’s Strat
    London Hard case Hard case*1977 USASunburstShop / dealerBest Offer
    folkiesmusic · 100% · 124 feedback
    £2,514 incl. £15 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  72. Fender Stratocaster Hardtail 1979 Natural
    Saint Albans Case not stated 1979 USANatural / woodShop / dealerBest Offer
    the58sound · 100% · 215 feedback
    £2,529 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  73. 1979 Fender Stratocaster 25th Anniversary
    Bath Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    mayamusic15 · 100% · 209 feedback
    £2,552 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  74. USA Fender Stratocaster (Hardtail) Tobacco/Sunburst 1979 Fullerton, California
    Burton upon Trent Case not stated 1979 USASunburstPrivate sellerBest Offer
    dazmjb · 100% · 340 feedback
    £2,557 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  75. 1979 Fender USA Vintage Factory Black Stratocaster Strat Very Clean OHSC
    Ballymena Hard case Hard case1979 USABlackPrivate sellerBest Offer
    fender_parts_hut · 100% · 1,095 feedback
    £2,561 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  76. 1983 Fender Dan Smith Hardtail Strat Stratocaster Silverburst Collectors Grade.
    Ware Case not stated 1983 USASilver / greyShop / dealerBest Offer
    guitar-works · 100% · 659 feedback
    £2,570 incl. £75 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  77. Fender USA Stratocaster 1975 Hardtail
    Tonbridge No case No case*1975 USAPrivate seller
    marmull · 100% · 3,507 feedback
    £2,572 incl. £15 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  78. 1977 Fender Stratocaster USA Olympic White All Original S7 Serial
    Prenton Case not stated 1977 USACream / vintage whiteShop / dealerBest Offer
    sageandtusk · 100% · 1 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £2,599 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  79. Fender Stratocaster 1977 Sunburst Vintage USA Guitar - 7.3lbs 70’s Strat
    Wolverhampton Case not stated 1977 USASunburstPrivate sellerBest Offer
    helenbee1 · 100% · 690 feedback
    £2,602 incl. £50 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  80. 1975 Fender Stratocaster Hard Tail In Natural
    Pershore Case not stated 1975 USANatural / woodShop / dealerBest Offer
    fatbottomguitars · 93.3% · 62 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £2,649 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  81. Fender Stratocaster 1974 All Original
    Chesterfield Case not stated 1974 USAShop / dealerBest Offer
    northern-guit · 100% · 6,679 feedback
    £2,680 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  82. Fender Stratocaster Hardtail Natural 1977
    London Case not stated 1977 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £2,709 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  83. Fender Stratocaster 1977 Rare USA Hardtail Model
    Birmingham Case not stated 1977 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    2005daram · 100% · 1,376 feedback
    £2,761 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  84. Fender Stratocaster Cherry Red 1979
    London Hard case Hard case*1979 USARedShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £2,809 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  85. Fender Stratocaster 1974 sunburst
    Blackpool Case not stated 1974 USASunburstPrivate sellerBest Offer
    jimmdyso0 · 100% · 69 feedback
    £2,812 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  86. 1976 Fender Stratocaster CBS era natural finish
    Ryde Case not stated 1976 USANatural / woodPrivate seller
    pat-448777 · 100% · 25 feedback
    £2,832 incl. £21 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  87. 1982 Fender Dan Smith Stratocaster Strat Translucent Aquamarine Maple Neck Rare 
    Ware Case not stated 1982 USABlueShop / dealer
    guitar-works · 100% · 659 feedback
    £2,870 incl. £75 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  88. 1978 Fender Antigua Stratocaster
    Washington Case not stated 1978 USAPrivate seller
    guitarsorgolf · 100% · 854 feedback
    £2,914 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  89. Fender 25th Anniversary Stratocaster 1979 White Pearlescent
    Saint Albans Case not stated 1979 USAWhiteShop / dealerBest Offer
    the58sound · 100% · 215 feedback
    £2,929 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  90. 1974 Fender American Stratocaster – Natural
    Leicester Case not stated 1974 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    jordanguitars · 100% · 798 feedback
    £2,945 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  91. Fender Anniversary Stratocaster Porsche Silver 1979
    London Case not stated 1979 USASilver / greyShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £2,959 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  92. Fender Stratocaster Cherry 1979
    London Case not stated 1979 USARedShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £2,959 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  93. Fender Stratocaster - Natural - 1974 - 2nd Hand
    Sheffield Hard case Hard case* USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    richtonemusic · 100% · 116,495 feedback
    £2,979 incl. £10 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  94. 1977 Fender Stratocaster 'Mocha' all original with original hard shell case.
    Birmingham Hard case Hard case1977 USAShop / dealer
    twangersguitars · 100% · 182 feedback
    £3,020 incl. £20 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  95. 1975 Fender Stratocaster with R wood fretboard. 3 bolt neck. Blonde finish
    London Case not stated 1975 USACream / vintage whiteShop / dealer
    newkingsroadguitars · 100% · 534 feedback
    £3,040 incl. £40 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  96. 1979 Fender Stratocaster Blonde finish, Maple neck & hard shell case
    London Hard case Hard case1979 USACream / vintage whiteShop / dealer
    newkingsroadguitars · 100% · 534 feedback
    £3,040 incl. £40 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  97. Fender Stratocaster Hardtail Mocha Brown 1978
    London Case not stated 1978 USAShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £3,159 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  98. Fender Stratocaster 1975 CBS era
    Felixstowe Case not stated 1975 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    jlaming001 · 100% · 1,651 feedback
    £3,250 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  99. Fender Stratocaster Hardtail Natural 1979
    London Case not stated 1979 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £3,259 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  100. VINTAGE FENDER STRATOCASTER SUNBURST 1975
    CM23 Case not stated 1975 USASunburstPrivate sellerBest Offer
    decdon_96 · 100% · 63 feedback
    £3,271 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  101. Fender 1976 Stratocaster Tobacco Sunburst Electric Guitar w original case
    Manchester Hard case Hard case1976 USASunburstPrivate sellerBest Offer
    jjmoores · 100% · 534 feedback
    £3,296 incl. £25 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  102. Fender USA Stratocaster 1979 Hardtail, Completely Original! Guitar Shangri-La
    Sheffield Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    guitarshangri-la · 0% · 13 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £3,316 incl. £45 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  103. Fender USA Stratocaster 1979 Hardtail, Completely Original! Guitar Shangri-La
    Sheffield Case not stated 1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    guitarshangri-la · 0% · 13 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £3,316 incl. £45 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  104. Fender Stratocaster 1979 - Mocha Brown
    UK Case not stated 1979 USAShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £3,359 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  105. Fender Stratocaster Natural 1973
    London Hard case Hard case*1973 USANatural / woodShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £3,359 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  106. Fender Stratocaster International Colour Monaco Yellow 1981
    London Case not stated 1981 USAOtherShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £3,359 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  107. 1974 hard tail fender stratcoaster
    Lisburn Case not stated 1974 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    gasey-92 · new seller, no feedback yet
    • New seller with no feedback
    £3,590 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  108. 1973 Fender Stratocaster Players guitar. Bare Knuckles, Sperzel, Read Below
    Truro Case not stated 1973 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    jon20010 · 100% · 1,024 feedback
    £3,602 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  109. Fender Smith Stratocaster Candy Apple Green 1982
    Axminster Case not stated 1982 USARedPrivate sellerBest Offer
    madaxeman_1 · 100% · 1,408 feedback
    £3,657 incl. £80 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  110. 1974 Fender Stratocaster Left-Handed in Sunburst. RH conversion. 7.9lbs
    London Case not stated 1974 USASunburstPrivate seller
    patguitars · 100% · 311 feedback
    £3,694 incl. £25 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  111. 1982 Gold on Gold Fender Stratocaster - Dan Smith - Fullerton USA.
    Saint Albans Case not stated 1982 USAShop / dealerBest Offer
    the58sound · 100% · 215 feedback
    £3,829 incl. £30 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  112. Fender Antigua Stratocaster - 1979
    London Hard case Hard case*1979 USAPrivate sellerBest Offer
    mialinnett · 100% · 77 feedback
    £3,831 incl. £50 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  113. Fender Stratocaster Black 1974
    London Case not stated 1974 USABlackShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £3,909 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  114. Fender Stratocaster "Jesus" 1975
    London Hard case Hard case*1975 USAShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £4,059 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  115. Fender Stratocaster 1973 Sunburst 6-String Electric Guitar Hard Case + Trem
    Salisbury Hard case Hard case1973 USASunburstPrivate sellerBest Offer
    kizzy.0238 · 100% · 94 feedback
    £4,087 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  116. 1975 Fender Stratocaster Hardtail 3-tone sunburst and hard shell case
    London Hard case Hard case1975 USASunburstShop / dealer
    newkingsroadguitars · 100% · 534 feedback
    £4,190 incl. £40 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  117. Fender DAN SMITH STRATOCASTER 1982 - Gold
    UK Hard case Hard case*1982 USAShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £4,459 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  118. Fender The Strat Walnut 1982
    Widnes Case not stated 1982 USANatural / woodPrivate sellerBest Offer
    pas0070_1 · 100% · 921 feedback
    £5,550 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  119. Fender stratocaster 1973 Olympic white with maple neck
    Worthing Case not stated 1973 USACream / vintage whitePrivate sellerBest Offer
    joely111 · 100% · 239 feedback
    £7,000 incl. £14 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  120. 1973 Fender Stratocaster in Black with Maple 3 bolt neck with hard shell case.
    London Hard case Hard case1973 USABlackShop / dealer
    newkingsroadguitars · 100% · 534 feedback
    £9,040 incl. £40 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  121. 1969 Fender Stratocaster In 3-Tone Sunburst
    Pershore Hard case Hard case*1969 USASunburstShop / dealerBest Offer
    fatbottomguitars · 93.3% · 62 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £9,399 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  122. Fender Stratocaster 1963. Refin with Original Pickups, Pots, Tuners, Bridge etc
    Trowbridge Case not stated 1963 USAModifiedPrivate sellerBest Offer 22h 47m · 0 bids
    racstu_57 · 100% · 12 feedback
    £12,087 postage not shown Current bid
  123. 1962 Fender Stratocaster Fiesta Red
    Baldock Case not stated 1962 USARedPrivate seller
    alexsurfer1983 · 100% · 647 feedback
    £12,600 incl. £100 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  124. Fender Stratocaster 1971 - Sunburst
    UK Hard case Hard case*1971 USASunburstShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £13,209 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  125. 1963 Fender Stratocaster In Fiesta Red
    Pershore Case not stated 1963 USARedShop / dealerBest Offer
    fatbottomguitars · 93.3% · 62 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £15,499 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  126. 1962 Fender Stratocaster Slab Board Fiesta Red Refinish
    Northallerton Case not stated 1962 USARedModifiedPrivate sellerBest Offer
    jtkm_vintage_guitars · 100% · 1,535 feedback
    £15,787 incl. £200 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  127. 1965 Fender Stratocaster with R Wood neck in 3 tone Sunburst and hard shell case
    London Hard case Hard case1965 USASunburstShop / dealer
    newkingsroadguitars · 100% · 534 feedback
    £16,040 incl. £40 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  128. Fender Stratocaster Sunburst 1964
    London Hard case Hard case*1964 USASunburstShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £18,359 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  129. Fender Stratocaster 1966 - Sunburst
    UK Case not stated 1966 USASunburstShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £19,859 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  130. 1962 Fender Stratocaster Lake Placid Blue All Original
    London Case not stated 1962 USABluePrivate sellerBest Offer
    jokee-3837 · 0% · 3 feedback
    • Low seller feedback
    £25,087 postage not shown Mixed models, not scored
  131. Fender Stratocaster 'Switchmaster' Sunburst 1957
    London Hard case Hard case*1957 USASunburstShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £31,959 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  132. 1958 Fender Stratocaster All Original Pre CBS Vintage 3 Tone Sunburst w/OHSC
    London Hard case Hard case1958 USASunburstShop / dealerBest Offer
    sixtysixtyvintageguitars · 99.5% · 263 feedback
    £39,995 free delivery Mixed models, not scored
  133. 1955 Fender Stratocaster 1955 - Sunburst
    London Case not stated 1955 USASunburstShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £55,059 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  134. Fender Stratocaster 1961 - Fiesta Red STUNNING FLAMED NECK
    UK Case not stated 1961 USARedShop / dealer
    londonvintagegts · 100% · 730 feedback
    £66,059 incl. £60 delivery Mixed models, not scored
  135. *STOLEN* Fender Stratocaster 1974 Natural Hardtail *STOLEN *
    Liverpool Case not stated 1974 USANatural / woodPrivate sellerBest Offer
    indienial · 100% · 665 feedback
    £300,102 incl. £15 delivery Mixed models, not scored

Before you buy a used Vintage Stratocaster (pre-1985)

  • Check the serial number and the neck date. Ask for a photo of the serial (on the headstock or neck plate) and match it to the year the seller gives. Fender necks and bodies are usually dated where they join; a mismatch can mean replaced parts.
  • Look at the frets. Grooves under the strings on the first few frets mean a fret dress or refret soon, which costs £100–£350. Listings that say "set up" or "refret" are tagged above.
  • Ask what's been changed. Swapped pickups, tuners or bridges are common and fine to play, but a stock guitar holds its value better. Tick "Stock (not modified)" to hide the guitars whose title says they're upgraded.
  • Be wary of a price far below typical. Fakes (especially of Gibson, Martin and Fender Custom Shop) and scams are priced well under the going rate to look like a bargain. We flag anything 35%+ under similar listings and never count it as a deal. Our fake guitar checklist has more.
  • Think about postage. A guitar needs a proper box and careful packing. Many sellers offer collection only: the location is shown on every listing.
  • Pay through eBay. eBay's Money Back Guarantee only covers you if you pay through eBay. Never pay by bank transfer outside it, however good the deal.

Questions

How much is a used Vintage Stratocaster (pre-1985) worth?

Based on today's eBay UK Buy It Now listings, a used Fender Vintage Stratocaster (pre-1985) typically costs £2,266, including postage, across 130 listings from £848. These are asking prices, so a guitar can sell for less, especially with Best Offer. Year, condition, finish and any upgrades all move the price.

What is the Vintage Stratocaster (pre-1985)?

Original US Stratocasters made before 1985, the CBS and pre-CBS eras. Made in USA. Made 1954–1984.

Which years of the Vintage Stratocaster (pre-1985) are for sale?

Today's listings that give a year run from 1955 to 2008. Use "Newest year" or "Oldest year" in the sort to find a particular era.

Is it safe to buy a used Vintage Stratocaster (pre-1985) on eBay?

It can be. Pay through eBay so the Money Back Guarantee covers you, buy from sellers with a long, positive feedback record and ask for photos of the serial number, the neck and the frets. We flag new and low-feedback sellers, and warn about prices far below typical, which is where most fakes and scams sit.

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