lafayette 9090 or Sansui 4000

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.

Thanks again. Think I'll look into that NAD. I have a Luxman Rx 101 now that I'm not real happy with. I think the Nad will be an upgrade but I don't know if it'll have the "warmth" I'm looking for. Any receiver on the cheap you guys suggest?

Why not go new? For $350 you can get something like the Yamaha R-S500 . 40 year old anythings are trouble unless you are handy or have a good techie in your neighborhood.