California Guitar 1981
A visit to California Guitar in 1981 resulted in these images, which show the growth in value of vinatge Fender guitars.

1951 Tele $2299 + 1961 Tele $1099

A 1951 Telecaster for only $2299, and a1961 Telecaster for $1099, what a deal!

1950's Precision Bass

A superb 50's Fender Precision Bass plus other niceties in the background

1960 Jazz Bass $2000

A 1960 Jazz Bass for a nice $2000

1957 Stratocaster $2500

A 1957 Stratocaster in superb condition for only $2500

1955 Strat $2200 + 1957 Strat Mint $2500

1955 Stratocaster for a crazy $2200 and that mint 1957 Stratocaster for $2500 again...

1954 Stratocaster $2000

A 1954 Fender Stratocaster, yes first year of production, for only $2000

1965 Strat Mint $1500

1965 Stratocaster in mint condition for a mere $1500