Fender Stratocaster – 1965 L-Series
This 1965 Fender Stratocaster L-Series is a genuine vintage instrument that has clearly been played and enjoyed over the years, and it wears that history well. It is very much a player’s guitar—the kind of Strat that delivers the feel, response, and tone that made mid-’60s Fenders so special, without the pressure or price tag that comes with a completely untouched example.
As is often the case with guitars that have seen real use, it has had some changes along the way. The body has been refinished, the three pots have been replaced, and the rear pickup has been changed. The pickup covers, scratchplate, tremolo arm, and case are also non-original. All of this is reflected fairly in the price and does nothing to detract from what matters most: how the guitar plays and sounds.
In the hands, this Strat feels exactly how a great L-Series should—lively, responsive, and full of character. It has that unmistakable mid-’60s Strat tone with plenty of clarity, warmth, and dynamic range, making it equally at home for clean, edge-of-breakup, or driven tones. It’s the sort of guitar that invites you to play it rather than put it away.
If you’re chasing an authentic vintage Fender Stratocaster experience but want something you can genuinely enjoy, gig, and record with—without worrying about every mark or ding—this is an excellent opportunity. A true vintage Strat with real mojo, priced as a player’s instrument and ready to be played as intended.