Sold Date: January 19, 2024
Start Date: December 27, 2023
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The Cars VG+ Self-Titled Debut Vinyl LP Elektra 6E-135 (1978) Near Mint First Edition
Condition: Near Mint Vinyl and VG++ (EX) Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays beautifully throughout with strong fidelity. Cover is fully intact with no noticeable wear. Includes original inner sleeve with lyrics. 
The Cars is the debut studio album by the Cars, released in June 1978 by Elektra Records. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, the album spawned the singles "Just What I Needed", "My Best Friend's Girl", and "Good Times Roll". It peaked at number 18 on the US Billboard 200 and has been certified six-times platinum by the RIAA.
In a retrospective review, AllMusic's Greg Prato praised The Cars as "a genuine rock masterpiece" and stated that "all nine tracks are new wave/rock classics", concluding: "With flawless performances, songwriting, and production, the Cars' debut remains one of rock's all-time classics." Rolling Stone ranked The Cars at number 282 on its 2003 list of the "500 Greatest Albums of All Time".
Track listing
Side one 1."Good Times Roll"Ocasek3:44 2."My Best Friend's Girl"Ocasek3:44 3."Just What I Needed"Benjamin Orr3:44 4."I'm in Touch with Your World"Ocasek3:31 5."Don't Cha Stop"Ocasek3:01
Side two 6."You're All I've Got Tonight" Ocasek4:13 7."Bye Bye Love" Orr4:14 8."Moving in Stereo"Ocasek  Greg Hawkes  Orr4:46 9."All Mixed Up" Orr4:14
The Cars Ric Ocasek – vocals, rhythm guitar Elliot Easton – lead guitar, backing vocals Benjamin Orr – vocals, bass David Robinson – drums, percussion, Syndrums, backing vocals Greg Hawkes – keyboards, percussion, saxophone, backing vocals
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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