Sell Your Fender Telecaster
Top Dollar Paid • Free Appraisal • Trusted for 30+ Years
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Why Choose Imperial Vintage Guitars?
Fair, Competitive Offers
Decades buying and selling vintage Fenders—our quotes reflect real market demand for Telecasters.
Fast & Hassle-Free
Send a few photos and details—get a quick, no-obligation appraisal.
Cash • Consignment • Trade
Instant cash, consignment with visibility, or trade-in credit—your choice.
Single Guitars & Collections
We buy everything from a single Tele to full Fender collections.
What Makes a Tele Valuable?
- Era: Early ‘50s “Blackguard” and pre-CBS models command premium prices.
- Originality: Factory finish, pickups, wiring, and hardware boost value.
- Condition: Clean, well-kept examples fetch more—player-grade still welcome.
- Custom Colors: Rare finishes (e.g., Blonde variants, Lake Placid Blue) increase desirability.
- Provenance: Documentation, receipts, and history can meaningfully lift offers.
💡 Even refinished or modded Teles can be valuable. Send photos—we’ll give a free, fair quote.
How It Works
1) Send Photos
Front, back, headstock, bridge/pickups, and serial. Clear lighting helps.
2) Get a Free Appraisal
Experts evaluate and send a no-pressure offer quickly.
3) Get Paid Fast
Cash, consignment, or trade-in—whatever fits your plan.
What Other Sellers Say
“Sold my 1950's Telecaster the same week. Clear communication and the best offer I received. It was my grandfather's Guitar and it was special to me but the guys made me feel comfortable. Thank you!"
“I had a well-played ‘60s Tele—still got a strong, fair price. Fast payment, zero hassle.”
“They helped me evaluate a small collection and bought two Teles on the spot. Great experience.”
“Fair appraisal, transparent process, and I could trade toward a guitar I’ve wanted for years.”
Why the Telecaster Stands Out
From James Burton and Keith Richards to Bruce Springsteen, the Tele’s bite and clarity shaped country, rock, and beyond. Demand stays strong across vintage and modern models—great news if you’re selling.
Quick Answers
Do you only buy vintage Telecasters?
No—vintage, modern American, Mexican, and Custom Shop Teles are all welcome.
Will mods or refins hurt my price?
Originality matters, but tasteful mods or refins can still bring strong offers depending on era and parts.
How fast can I get paid?
Usually within 24–48 hours after we agree on a deal.
Call or Visit Us
Serving Los Angeles, Orange County & San Diego
We buy Fender Telecasters across Burbank, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, North Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orange, Anaheim, Fullerton, Santa Ana, and San Diego. Prefer to ship? We provide free insured shipping nationwide with quick, fair offers.
Selling a Strat, Jazzmaster, or Fender bass? Visit our Sell Your Fender hub.
Also selling another Fender?
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Selling a whole collection or estate?
We make same-day bulk offers and handle all logistics—local pickup in SoCal or free insured shipping nationwide.
