Bay Area Vintage Guitars is proud to present this exceptionally clean and completely original 1988 Fender American Standard Stratocaster in classic Black finish.

Built during Fender's highly respected early Corona factory era, this Strat represents the beginning of a new chapter for Fender after the CBS years and showcases the quality, consistency, and playability that helped define the modern American Stratocaster.

Lightweight, resonant, and incredibly comfortable to play, this Stratocaster weighs just 7 lbs 8 oz and features a beautifully figured maple neck with minimal playwear. The guitar remains completely original and comes with its original Fender hardshell case.

Specifications

• Model: American Standard Stratocaster
• Finish: Black
• Made In USA: Corona, California
• Serial Number: E803460
• Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz
• Nut Width: 1.67"
• Neck Profile: Medium C

Neck Measurements

• 1st Fret: .80"
• 5th Fret: .85"
• 12th Fret: .89"

Original Features

• American Standard single-coil pickups
• 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge
• Fender sealed tuning machines
• Electronics
• Finish
• Fender hardshell case included

Condition

Excellent overall vintage condition.

The finish shows only light surface scratches, some light buckle wear on the back, and minor cosmetic signs of careful ownership. The neck remains exceptionally clean with very little playwear, and the frets show minimal wear. All electronics function exactly as intended, and the guitar plays effortlessly up and down the neck.

A wonderful example that has clearly been well cared for throughout its life.

About the 1988 American Standard Stratocaster

The late-1980s American Standard Stratocasters occupy a unique place in Fender history. Following the formation of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, production moved to the new Corona facility, where Fender focused heavily on improving quality control and modernizing manufacturing processes.

These early American Standards introduced several features that would become Fender staples for decades, including:

• Modern 2-point tremolo system
• Bi-Flex truss rod adjustment system
• Improved tuning stability
• Comfortable medium-C neck profile
• Consistent build quality and workmanship

Today, these early Corona-built instruments are increasingly recognized as some of the best values in the vintage Fender market, offering classic Stratocaster tone, outstanding reliability, and growing collector appeal.

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Why Buy From Bay Area Vintage Guitars?

Bay Area Vintage Guitars specializes in authentic vintage guitars, amplifiers, and collectible gear with a focus on originality, transparency, and player-grade tone machines. Every instrument is carefully inspected and accurately represented.

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Setup & Playability:
Each instrument is playable before shipping. Final setup preferences vary due to climate, shipping conditions, and player taste. A personalized setup by a qualified technician may be required upon arrival.

Ships to the Continental U.S.

All items are packed with the utmost care and shipped fully insured.

** If you would like to have the guitar shipped internationally, please contact us before purchase.