The Cars – The Cars (Vinyl LP | DE Original | 1978)

The Cars – The Cars was released in 1978 as the Boston band's debut album and is one of the defining records of new wave: punky energy, catchy pop hooks and synthesizer colours. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, it delivers several classics with “Just What I Needed”, “My Best Friend's Girl” and “Good Times Roll”.

On offer is the German original pressing from 1978 on Elektra (ELK 52 088) with original inner sleeve (OIS).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Elektra – ELK 52 088
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1978
• Genre: Rock, New Wave, Pop Rock, Power Pop – more in New Wave
• Features: OIS (original inner sleeve)

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Good Times Roll (3:44)
2. My Best Friend's Girl (3:44)
3. Just What I Needed (3:44)
4. I'm In Touch With Your World (3:31)
5. Don't Cha Stop (3:01)

Side B

1. You're All I've Got Tonight (4:13)
2. Bye Bye Love (4:14)
3. Moving In Stereo (5:15)
4. All Mixed Up (4:14)

Personnel

Ric Ocasek (Vocals, Rhythm Guitar, Written-By), Benjamin Orr (Vocals, Bass), Elliot Easton (Lead Guitar), Greg Hawkes (Keyboards, Saxophone), David Robinson (Drums), Roy Thomas Baker (Producer).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the German original pressing from 1978 on Elektra.

Which songs stand out?
“Good Times Roll”, “My Best Friend's Girl”, “Just What I Needed” and “Moving In Stereo”.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our New Wave collection.

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.