Value of a 1950s Fender Telecaster (Pre-CBS Fender)
Trying to find the value of your 1950's Fender Telecaster?
Garrett Park Guitars is a vintage guitar authority since 1991 and appraises instruments regularly for individuals as well as insurance companies.
We have found that 1950s Fender Telecasters 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.
Here are some questions we like to ask:
- Does your guitar have a serial number?
- Have there been any modifications to your guitar?
- What year was guitar made?
- Does the truss rod work and adjust the neck properly?
- Do you have the original case?
- Are the pickups original?
- What condition is it in?
- What color is your guitar?
- What are the pot codes?
- What does the neck stamp say?
- Is the pickguard cracked?
- Are there missing parts?
- Do the tuners work properly?
- How is the neck angle?
- Has the nut been replaced?
- Do you have the original receipt?
- Has the pickup cavity been routed?
- Do you have the original paperwork or accessories?
- Has the guitar been refretted?
We pay top dollar for vintage guitars. We regularly travel across the country and into Canada, and have gone further abroad a time or two. If you're interested in selling your vintage Telecaster, or another guitar, bass, or amp, please don't hesitate to contact us.
(410) 571-9660
info@gpguitars.com