1969 Fender Mustang
The Competition Mustang era — racing stripes and vivid colors on Fender's short-scale student model. These are visually stunning guitars that have transcended their 'student guitar' origins.
Current Market Value
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Alder (24-inch scale standard) |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Fingerboard | Indian Rosewood or Maple |
| Scale Length | 24.000" |
| Frets | 21 |
| Pickup Config | SS |
| Bridge | Dynamic Vibrato |
| Tuners | F-stamped Kluson |
| Finish Options | Sunburst, Competition colors (Burgundy Mist, Dakota Red, Ocean Turquoise, Lake Placid Blue with racing stripe) |
| Est. Production | 6,000 |
Pickups & Electronics
Two Mustang single-coil pickups. Phase switching system intact. Competition series with racing stripes available.
What Changed in 1969
Competition Mustang series with racing stripes — some of the most visually distinctive Fenders ever made. Competition stripe models in rare colors are among the most valuable non-Custom-Shop Fenders.
Collector's Notes
Competition stripe models in Lake Placid Blue, Ocean Turquoise, and Burgundy Mist are the most collected. Stripe condition (not faded or peeling) is critical. The Dynamic Vibrato bridge must be complete and functional.