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Gran Prix 101 Radio Repaired Works VintageThis radio is electronically restored. It works like when it was made and is in good condition. For a detailed description of the radio and the work done, please continue reading:Initial inspection:
This vintage radio came to me 9-16-2026. It looks like it wasn’t used much. I installed a battery and the radio worked, but it did not get very loud and I could hear the classic “Shower Sound” across the entire band that indicated it had a bad transistor. Its speaker was loose and banging around, its dials were loose… Let’s service this radio…Research:
Radiomuseum says this radio was made in 1980. It is a single IF stage design and has five transistors.Repair:
I disassembled the radio. First I replace the two electrolytic capacitors this radio uses. Both measured 50% beyond their rated values, so it was time.Next, using my signal tracer, I isolated the noisy transistor to its driver. I replace the driver transistor and that fixed the “shower sound” and the radio’s low volume problem was repaired.A drop of deox in its volume control… I put the radio back together. I peaked its alignment and checked its earphone jack. Works like new.Performance:
Volume control goes smoothly from totally silent to overload loud. For strong local stations it produces a sound that is Clean and Clear.This is a five transistor, single IF stage radio. Designed for the reception of local stations, it tuned all the local stations in the Portland area with ease.Condition:
No Chips. No Cracks. It looks like it was not used much.Collector quality: “B”-----I usually service the vintage radios I sell on . Serviced = I clean the volume control, check the radio’s alignment, and check its current draw. I also fix whatever else needs attention.I ship USPS Flat Rate. A tracking number will be provided the following business day after purchase. I will combine shipping when applicable, so please see my other cool old radios for sale.-karl : )_