CHROME, SMOKE & FIRE-ROBT. WILLIAMS-HOT ROD NEAR MINT

$ 104

$ 104 Sold For

Nov 29, 2007 Sold Date

Nov 22, 2007 Start Date

$ 20 Start price

16 Number Of Bids

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Description

Chrome, Smoke & Fire-Robert Williams Compilation-19??:

Vinyl M- (Double album, 2 x pictures discs)
Jacket M- (Cover art by Robert Williams) Gatefold
Sleeve Original
Label Blast First
Year 19??
Original Yes

The two pictures that grace the cover, and (ostensibly) the four pictures on the two albums are all artwork originals from Robert Williams.

This hot rod compilation was manufactured in England and only available in the US as an import.

As it states on the inside of the jacket: In order to simulate the feling of an old enthusiast spinning his fave Hot Rod rarities these LP's were deliberately mastered from existing vinyl therefore trax have varying amounts of surface noise.

And the songs!

Going from 1946 with Hot Rod Boogie by Connie Jordan and the Jordanaires to Drag Racing by Big Stick in 1987!

And these are not your run of the mill (excuse the pun) songs, these are, for the most part, very rare and hard to find tracks.

Even so, the artwork is stunning and the quality of the materials for the picture discs and the jacket are superb.

Very rare and hard to find release!

Should you require additional information or clarification ask prior to bidding.

My records are graded by traditional Goldmine standards. I don't sell records with a grading of less than VG unless it is obscenely rare in any condition.

Most of my records will grade from VG+ to M- with a conservative approach that dictates a borderline record will receive a lower grading rather than a "push" higher.

M- / Visually without blemishes save for very minor lines or scuffs that are most likely attributable to sleeve marks, Sonically with no or virtually no sound other than that of the recording itself (no pops,crackles, ticks or hissing).

VG+ / More obvious visual signs of imperfections, pressing imperfections (bubbles for example, that do not impact play quality) light "skid" marks that can be seen but not "felt", some perceptible noise between tracks or at lead in, general sound quality during play is uncompromising.

VG / Recording is visually and sonically of good quality, without skips or excessive noise during playback. Record may have clicks.

In some extreme instances I will submit a grading of R.M.F. (which means Rare Musical Find) to advise it is something special to consider.

Vinyl and Jackets are graded within these same general guidelines.

All specific areas of concern are noted to the best of my ability.

I try to insure all records are play graded (which I believe most collectors rate the higher priority) by spot checking areas that may be questionable and generally checking for quality overall.

I may make errors in grading and if it should occur I will make every effort to ensure you are completely satisfied with your purchase.

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