10 Most Expensive Fender Guitars Ever

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Fender is a name that is synonymous with the guitar industry. Founded in Fullerton, California, in 1946, the Fender brand has become one of the most recognizable names in music. The company is known for producing high-quality electric guitars and basses that are used by some of the most famous musicians in the world.

While Fender offers a wide range of guitars at various price points, some of their models have become known for their astronomical prices and fame. Here are the eight most expensive Fender guitars ever sold.

10. Fender Stratocaster “Stevie Ray Vaughan Strat”, $26,000

Stevie Ray Vaughan Strat, Fender
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9. Fender Custom Shop “Eric Clapton”, $40,000

Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton, Fender Custom Shop
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8. Fender Telecaster “Bob Dylan”, $490,000

Bob Dylan Fender, Julien's Auction
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7. Fender Stratocaster “Lenny”, $623,500

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6. Fender Esquire Relic Joe Strummer, $1 Million

Fender Esquire Relic Joe Strummer, Fender Custom Shop
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5. Fender Stratocaster Rory Gallagher, $1.15 Million

Rory Stratocaster, Bonhams
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4. Fender Stratocaster Jimi Hendrix, $2 Million

Jimi Hendrix, Museum of Pop Culture
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3. Fender Stratocaster “Reach Out to Asia”, $2.7 Million

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2. Fender Black Stratocaster David Gilmour, $3.97 Million

David Gilmour Black Fender, Christie's
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1. Fender Mustang Smells Like Teen Spirit, $4.68 Million

Kurt Cobain Smells Like Teen Spirit, Juliens Auctions
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The Stories Behind the Guitars

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Why Are Fender Guitars So Expensive?

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The Appeal of Fender Guitars

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