Item is in fair cosmetic condition.Most notable is a cracked transparent tape compartment window.There are many soft to moderate scuffs and scratches.Presence of a dust is evident.Antenna hold its position well.last segment gave some resistance when antenna has to be retracted.Minor moving on the stem of antenna is present.Battery compartment closes properly.On the lid`s battery contacts, oxidation marks are evident.Unit can be properly powered on.Radio can be started, its electronics signalizes the true reception, although audio is not so good. often audio is weak, both on speaker and through headphones.It could be set to play, and during that time it was determined that speaker is sounding good.
During testing unit was able to play a tape, with a same results in volume output, sometimes weak, sometimes better.
Fast winding is not functional.
Tape counter is stacked.
Recording does erase tape, but recorder signal is weak.
Unit is offered AS described, non working item for restoration