Fender Mustang, faded sonic blue, made in Japan 1995-6. If you're anything like me, you already want this. It's hard to think of a better colour than this: it was originally a bright sonic blue, but a couple of decades have seen it yellow to a rich, oceanic seafoam green-esque colour. Combined with some natural wear like yellowed plastics, checking lines and smoky chrome, this radiates coastal cool. Mustangs are fun: the short scale, slim neck, cheeky trem and lightweight body make for a super easy player, plus the punchy tone and short sustain are perfect for indie, surf and punk. These are getting trickier to find, especially in this finish, so don't let the wave pass you by if you have the itch!

Model: Fender '69 Mustang (MG69-65)
Made: Japan 1995-6, Fujigen plant (serial U032615)
Finish: sonic blue, 3-ply red tort guard
Body: basswood
Weight: 2.900kg
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 24" scale, 7.25" radius
Mods: nut replaced
Pickups: Fender Japan MG Vintage single coils
Case: basic gig bag

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has some marks on the end and bottom edge. Neck is pretty clean and smooth in the hands, just some minor scuffs on the back and edge of the board. The back has some minor dimples, surface scratches and the start of some checking. The sides have a few little marks: dimples on the top horn, chips, dents and dimples on the shoulder, minor scuffs and dimples near the jack. The front is pretty tidy, just some dimples on the top horn, shoulder and near the jack, checking lines behind the tailpiece and play wear on the guard. Overall: very good condition (8/10).

Playing condition notes: Action is low, intonation is good, neck is straight, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets have minor wear, they're freshly dressed and polished, 8/10 for life left. Wearing fresh 10/46 strings.