The Cars – Self-Titled LP (1978, Elektra 6E-135 – EX/NM – Original Shrink
  $   30

 


$ 30   (best offer accepted)   Sold For
Jul 1, 2025 Sold Date
Jun 25, 2025 Start Date
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Description

Up for sale is a beautiful original 1978 pressing of The Cars debut album on Elektra Records (catalog #6E-135), Specialty Records pressing. This is the iconic debut featuring classics like “Just What I Needed” and “My Best Friend’s Girl.”
• Cover: EX (Excellent) – still in original shrink with the hype sticker intact. Only minimal wear at two corners, shrink wrap slightly wrinkled in spots, but overall vibrant and sharp.
• Vinyl: NM (Near Mint) – visually stunning with high gloss and no marks. Play-tested and sounds fantastic.
• Label: Red Elektra label, Specialty pressing with “SP” suffix on deadwax.
• Includes: Original inner sleeve with lyrics (EX condition), clean and intact.
• Stored and handled with care in a smoke-free home.
This is a standout example of a first U.S. pressing—collector-worthy, clean, and ready to enjoy.


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