The Cars – The Cars (LP, Album, Stereo, Specialty Pressing, 1978, Elektra 6E-135)

Why This Record Matters
The Cars’ 1978 debut introduced their blend of new wave, pop rock, and synthesizers. It features “Good Times Roll,” “My Best Friend's Girl,” “Just What I Needed,” and “Moving In Stereo.”

Collector Note
This 1978 US Elektra 6E-135 copy was pressed by Specialty Records Corporation, identified by the SP suffix and SRC logo. The runouts carry STERLING and RTB marks; the release notes Roy Thomas Baker’s quality-assurance presence during lacquer cutting. The original photo-collage and lyric inner sleeve is included.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: Strong VG player copy
Sleeve: VG+, still in shrink with hype sticker
Original Inner Sleeve: Included

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Specialty Pressing
Label: Elektra – 6E-135
Country: US
Released: Jun 6, 1978
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: New Wave, Pop Rock, Synth-pop

Matrix / Runout
Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, variant 2): 6E-135-A-6-SP RTB STERLING [SRC logo]
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, variant 2): 6E-135-B-10-SP RTB 1-4 STERLING [SRC logo]

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Good Times Roll 3:44
A2 My Best Friend's Girl 3:44
A3 Just What I Needed 3:44
A4 I'm In Touch With Your World 3:31
A5 Don't Cha Stop 3:01

Side B
B1 You're All I've Got Tonight 4:13
B2 Bye Bye Love 4:14
B3 Moving In Stereo 5:15
B4 All Mixed Up 4:14

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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