The Ultimate Early Corona-Era '52 AVRI Time Capsule Package Up for sale is an absolutely pristine, museum-grade 1989 Fender American Vintage ’52 Reissue (AVRI) Telecaster. Hailing from the highly coveted early Corona, California factory era, this instrument is 100% all-original, untouched, and in near Mint Condition. For the serious collector, this is a complete "Time Capsule" package.

Imagine purchasing this guitar at your local music shop in 1989, taking it home in the original shipping box, putting it in your closet, then taking it out and opening it up again in 2026. This is the only way to describe how pristine this instrument is. It features a stunning ash body under a flawless nitrocellulose butterscotch blonde finish, a period-correct 7.25” radius flame maple neck, and immaculate original electronics. The weight is 9lbs 7oz. Neck is stamped September 19, 1989.The bridge plate serial number is 11587, dating this guitar firmly to late 1989. What is Included:

• The Guitar: 99% mint condition (ultra-small chip on headstock) zero play wear, original frets, and untouched solder joints.
• The Original Fender Shipping Box: The original factory cardboard shipping box from 1989 is included. This is an incredibly rare find that cements this guitar's collector status.
• Original Tweed Hardshell Case: Flawless condition with working latches.
• Complete Factory Case Candy: Includes the original chrome "ashtray" bridge cover, owner's manual, registration tags, and case keys.