THE CLASH - SANDANISTA ORIG 1980 UK-IMP 3-LPs - EXC/NM

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This is one of a number of vinyl albums and EPs -- some new and still-sealed, some rare -- that I am listing for auction.

This item is a watershed release by one of the most influential bands in rock and roll history, the UK-import three-LP pressing of Sandinista! by The Clash.  This record was released by CBS Records, and I believe this is an original first pressing under cat# FSLN 1 (with a sticker added before shipping with the new catalog number listed).  Back in the latter part of the 70’s, a reaction against the singer-songwriter malaise emerged from England, spear-headed by two bands primarily, The Sex Pistols and The Clash.  Categorized as “punk”, the genre took hold, not so much in and of itself (because it was rather aggressive and violent), but rather more in terms of style and approach.  The sound of albums released at this time is generally a little more aggressive, harsh and “up-front”, even for artists with a long track record (for example, McCartney’s Back To The Egg album).  The Sex Pistols never really caught on here in the US, I suppose because their sound, manner and attitude was off-putting and because they seemed very British.  The Clash, on the other hand, developed a large and loyal fan-base here in the US, and released a number of very good albums before disbanding in about 1984.  This collection, released on the heels of their breakthrough London Calling album, is very interesting.  It breaks the mold of the prototypical punk album, containing elements of dub, ska, rap – a very broad spectrum.  When it was released, I can recall sitting down and listening, and then putting together a 60 minute cassette of my favorite songs from the album.  My thought process was that it was just too much material, and had it been edited down to two LPs (or even one) that it would have been a masterpiece.  Viewing the album now, my feeling is that bigger is better, and there is something to be said for providing a volume of material for the listener to pick and choose from.  Still, this pressing with the original 12”x36” two-sided foldout poster / lyric sheet is difficult to find, especially in this condition.     

The vinyl and poster are in beautiful near-mint condition.  The cover is in excellent condition, as shown in the photo.   

NOTE:  Sealed items are collectible because they are sealed.  Since I do not own a store, I cannot return items to the manufacturer.  Once opened, I cannot refund the purchase price in full because opening significantly affects its value. 

I do not use stock photos.  The photo shows the actual item up for auction.

NOTE:  Due to the present rules under Paypal, I can now ship internationally ONLY VIA PRIORITY MAIL.  If you are outside the US, Priority International is the standard shipping, due to the fact that under Paypal rules, delivery tracking must be included on EVERY package outside the US.  The cost depends upon the weight and the country of destination.  I will provide the cost for each option in my post-auction invoice (and, again, I can provide the info during the auction, if you e-mail me your zip code and the number of records).  To Canada, it will be $21.50USD for one LP.  To most other countries, it will be about $29.50USD for one LP.  I recognize that this will result in much higher shipping costs and I apologize for this change, but it is necessary under the Paypal rules now in effect. If you have any questions about this policy, please send me an e-mail via My eBay.  If you do not accept this shipping requirement, please do not bid.

I am not a dealer, and all of the items I place up for auction are from my personal collection gathered over the past forty years (education expenses – and soon-to-be college expenses -- are the reason I am selling my collection...). 

The shipping costs are as follows: $4.00 for one LP via media mail to anywhere in the U.S.   Each additional LP is an additional $0.40 for media mail shipping.  Priority shipping within the U.S. is a function of weight and postal zone, and I will e-mail an invoice indicating the cost of priority (I can also provide this info while the auction is pending, if you e-mail me your zip code and the number of LPs). 

Insurance through the USPS is available, and once again my invoice will provide the cost information. 

NOTE – there is no tracking of packages through the USPS without delivery confirmation.  If you would like tracking ability, you must purchase delivery confirmation for $0.75. 

International Buyers – Please Note:

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·         We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.

I will always combine items, so that your shipping costs will be more manageable.  Payment may be made by paypal.  If I do not receive payment for an item within fifteen (15) days of the end of the auction and I do not hear from you in response to e-mails, I will consider the auction results void and relist the item(s) for auction.  

Should you have any questions at all about postage or about any item in particular, please do not hesitate to contact me through My Messages in eBay.