This is a good opportunity to own this rare radio at a great price. It is a beautiful Mid Century Modern (MCM), fully functional model 87 German tube radio manufactured by Grundig USA, having the full FM range between 88-108 MHz.
The radio has some minor issues. The case is plastic and has a repaired crack on the top right side which is NOT very noticeable as shown in the pictures. There is some wear to the lettering on the pushbuttons. The back pressboard panel has a piece missing as shown in the photograph.
The case was cleaned and hand polished and is in decent shape for surviving over 60 years! All other exterior parts and trim have been thoroughly cleaned and polished. This radio makes an excellent display piece and pulls in stations on both AM and FM.
This small compact radio only measures approx. 13 by 8 by 6 inches. It is a simple design with 3 tubes and a single speaker yet it performs well.
The chassis was removed from the case and all parts were well inspected and tested. Any defective capacitors were replaced, any resistors out of specifications were replaced and any weak or dead tubes replaced. The panel lights were replaced. Push button controls have been cleaned and lubricated.
1959 Grundig-Majestic Model 87 German Tube Radio
Nothing has been done to this radio that is not described here. THIS IS NOT A FULLY RESTORED RADIO but rather an original antique radio that has been inspected and repaired as necessary to make it function as it was originally intended. As with all of my radios, I have played this radio for hours several days a week before I put it up for sale. I do my best to describe every item in detail. Please look over the photos and contact me with any questions.
Vintage radios were manufactured decades ago in a time of relaxed electrical safety and with primitive technology as compared with today's standards. Many early radios were made with the metal chassis electrically connected to one side of the power cord. This can give you a strong shock if you happen to touch the radio chassis and anything else that is grounded at the same time. In addition, tubes can get very hot and cause serious burns if touched accidentally after the radio has been running for a while. These dangers are minimal if the complete cabinet, back, and knobs are all in place and no metal parts are exposed. Vintage Radio Electronics, whether restored or un-restored, are by nature hazardous due to their voltage, design, heat output and age. They should not be operated unattended, without adult supervision or for great lengths at a time. Any operation, adjustments or repairs are done at your own risk. None of the radios sold at this shop have been modified or upgraded to modern standards.