I think I'll do some talk scorning the abilities of "thriftie" 8-track
decks, make it sound like I'm only somewhat interested, and try to get
the price down to $30 on that quad if it checks out when I plug in some
speakers in the back. That and, as Trip suggested a little while
ago, to ask them if they'll hold any 8-tracks they want to "dispose of"
until I can check 'em out, knowing a bit more than coffee stains!

I'll be on my way down to the store tomorrow...wish me luck!