Up for sale is an absolute masterpiece of Fender’s golden thinline era: an all-original 1968 Fender Coronado II Wildwood II. This isn't just an incredible vintage instrument—it is a breathtaking piece of mid-century guitar art. What makes the Wildwood series so legendary is Fender's revolutionary process of injecting live beechwood trees with colored dyes before harvesting the timber. The result is a completely organic, vibrant green-and-gold/natural grain pattern embedded directly into the wood layers. No two Wildwood guitars are exactly alike, and this particular example boasts a spectacularly figured, deep grain pattern.

Sonically, this thinline hollow-body is packed with mojo. It features its original, highly expressive DeArmond single-coil pickups, delivering a beautiful acoustic resonance paired with that unmistakable, snappy 1960s chime, jangle, and woody bite. The neck is straight, the playability is remarkably fast and comfortable, and the headstock features the iconic color-matched Wildwood veneer. This package includes its original, rare Victoria Luggage Co. form-fitting hardshell case, sporting its signature contoured black Tolex exterior and strikingly plush yellow-gold crushed velvet interior.

Specs & Features: • Year: 1968 (Serial #214121) • Model: Coronado II Wildwood II • Body: Fully hollow, bound beechwood top, back, and sides (Wildwood II dyed green/gold grain) • Neck: C-shape maple neck with bound rosewood fretboard and pearloid block inlays • Headstock: Rare factory-matched Wildwood veneer finish • Pickups: Original dual DeArmond single-coils with original bezels • Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone controls, 3-way toggle switch (all original vintage knobs) • Tailpiece: Original rare chrome tremolo. • Case: Original contoured Victoria Luggage Co. hardshell case (Yellow-gold interior) that shows signs of age, but is functional

Condition & Extras: The guitar is in beautiful, vintage condition, with minor lacquer checking and binding intact. This was a NY based professional's gig guitar for several decades. The Wildwood dye remains vibrant with minimal fading. It shows beautiful, authentic patina with some minor signs of wear. Frets are original and have plenty of life left. Electronics are 100% functional, clean, and crackle-free. Don't miss the opportunity to add a fully complete, highly collectible, and stunningly preserved piece of 1960s Fender history to your collection.