The record arrived quickly (right on the first day of the expected arrival in fact), the record was still sealed in shrink wrap, no signs of ring wear or other small creases, and the record was brand new, as stated. However, beware the newer pressings, heavy distortion on side A and side B sounds off-centered. Buy an older, used pressing, if available. Otherwise, this is a great collectible and one of the best EPs (or maxi-singles) in any record collector's shelf!