lafayette 9090 or Sansui 4000

Ok, you're not an audioohile. I hope you have experience though in electrical engineering.

Rich is right - these units are 30-40 years old. Something will need to be replaced, especially the caps, if not now then very soon. If you can do the repairs yourself, go for it. These old pieces can usually be had for a song.. But if you need to take it to a shop, then you've well exceeded the cost of what its worth in perfectly working order.

Vintage is fine, if your technically inclined.

Both real junk!!

Thanks guys, your probably right. Just don't have the money for new or near new. There's also a Nad 7175PE I've had my eye on. Owner said he just had it overhauled by a professional audio shop. Is this something I should consider?

IMO, the NAD is much better than the other two you asked about.
Just be sure to give it a listen first to make sure all is in
working order. Ask if he has a receipt too for the overhaul
rather than take his word on it.

Again, I not am knocking vintage as there are some real
bargains out there. Just don't buy anything sight unseen or
without an audition if you are not able to repair it yourself.

FYI: Lafayette was a retail chain that sold many different brands. As far as their receivers and other gear,it was all made for them from other manufacturers,like Kenwood,Pioneer,etc. So if you go for the Lafayette it just might be a Sansui in disguise. As far as warmer that I can't answer.