{"product_id":"fender-competition-mustang-limited-edition-candy-apple-red-2002-made-in-japan","title":"Fender Competition Mustang Limited Edition Candy Apple Red 2002 Made In Japan","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis second hand electric guitar is in fair condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll works and plays fine , however the guitar has some noticeable cosmetic issues. A dent to the side the body of the guitar, some cosmetic damage to the other side of the body, and a crack in the lacquer near the neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"space-y-3 mt-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/ai-message-item space-y-3 break-words\" id=\"tkNDPTcU2yXramSEGqycW-content-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e2002 Made‑in‑Japan Competition Mustang\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eCandy Apple Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare early‑2000s Fender Japan gem: lightweight, vibey, impeccably built, and dripping with vintage‑correct charm. It’s a short‑scale rocker with attitude, and one of the best MIJ Mustangs of its era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Build \u0026amp; Aesthetics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish  , \u003c\/strong\u003eCandy Apple Red suits the Competition Mustang perfectly. The metallic depth, combined with the racing stripe, gives it that unmistakable late‑60s\/early‑70s vibe. MIJ finishes from this period are famously clean, and this one is no exception: rich colour, tight edges, and a gloss that still holds up decades later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody , \u003c\/strong\u003eClassic Mustang offset shape, lightweight and resonant. These MIJ bodies often feel more “alive” than their later reissues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware , \u003c\/strong\u003eVintage‑style tuners, solid bridge, and the traditional dynamic vibrato system. As always with Mustangs, the trem is expressive but needs a proper setup to stay stable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Playability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Profile , \u003c\/strong\u003eSlim, comfortable C‑shape typical of early‑2000s MIJ production. Fast, smooth, and ideal for players who like a more compact feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length , \u003c\/strong\u003e24in short scale gives it that slinky, bend‑friendly feel. Great for indie, alternative, surf, and anything that benefits from a slightly looser string tension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFretwork ,\u003c\/strong\u003eMIJ quality shines here. Clean ends, tidy crowns, and a level that’s better than many modern mid‑range Fenders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Feel ,\u003c\/strong\u003eIt’s one of those guitars that feels instantly playable, lightweight, ergonomic, and responsive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eThe 2002 MIJ Mustangs are known for their \u003cstrong\u003ebright, punchy single‑coils\u003c\/strong\u003e with a slightly hotter output than vintage originals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge Pickup ,\u003c\/strong\u003eSnappy, cutting, and perfect for crunchy rhythm or garage‑rock bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Pickup ,\u003c\/strong\u003eWarm, rounded, and beautifully articulate for chords or lead lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching,\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Mustang on\/off\/phase toggles give you quirky tonal options. The out‑of‑phase tones are thinner but great for lo‑fi textures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter ,\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s unmistakably Mustang: chimey, slightly nasal, and full of personality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Who It’s For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003ePlayers who love \u003cstrong\u003eshort‑scale offsets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eFans of \u003cstrong\u003eMIJ Fender craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eIndie, alternative, punk, surf, and experimental players\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eCollectors looking for \u003cstrong\u003eearly‑2000s Japanese limited editions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eAnyone wanting a Mustang with real vintage flavour, not a modern reinterpretation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eExceptional MIJ build quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eIconic Competition Mustang styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eLightweight and extremely comfortable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eUnique tonal palette with phase switching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eCandy Apple Red finish looks stunning in person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eIncreasingly collectible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2002 MIJ Competition Mustang in Candy Apple Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the standout Mustangs of its era, vintage‑correct, beautifully built, and full of character. It’s a guitar that feels inspiring the moment you pick it up, and it’s only becoming more desirable as MIJ limited editions continue to climb in reputation and collectability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53940241989975,"sku":"SH 0253700509","price":599.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/1982\/1655\/files\/mustangIMG_2051.jpg?v=1783199063","url":"https:\/\/shop.reidys.com\/products\/fender-competition-mustang-limited-edition-candy-apple-red-2002-made-in-japan","provider":"Reidys Home Of Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}