Why do some people never appreciate what they have? Granted this turntable was originally purchased new in the UK and found its way to Australia via Pakistan and Iraq according to the original owner but dear oh dear, look what has happened to it during its lifetime! I opened it up and shook out bits of what appeared to be dry pasta, about a teaspoon full. A closer inspection revealed that the transformer case has cracked and this 'pasta' I suspect is insulating resin from inside the case. The aluminium trim is scratched, veneer chipped, lid broken at hinge points and the hinge mechanism completely missing. Needless to say the turntable doesn't function properly and the evidence of electricians insulating tape on some wires suggest something bodgy has been done to it aside from the cosmetic damage. If you think the turntable has been abused, wait till you see the photos of the S75's I picked up at the same time!
Definitely projects for a 'rainy day' I suspect