P3-24 pitch instability

WOW.. I am in the market for a new TT. I guess Rega is off the list!
I have the hots for a new VPI Scoutmaster II with a Benz Glider.
But thought about a Rega 5.. but not anymore.

The first video clearly shows that either the motor shaft is slightly bent or the more common problem being the hole in the pulley has cylindricity error. I would bet that is the case. The only way to fix it would be to get a new pulley from Rega.
The second video shows that the spindle has been pressed on at a slight angle, although it does look bad, it won't have much affect on playback. THe subplatter assembler didn't use much care when putting the spindle on. The pulley issue is defintely something Rega should acknowledge and fix.

I haven't had the best experience, Elizabeth, but I don't think it should write Rega off. I still get the impression that they're a good company and these sorts of defects are bound to happen. I'm just unlucky.

I checked my recently purchased P-5 last night. No wobble at all from either the spindle or the motor, or at least I can't see it by eye.

I'm still seriously looking at a P5 soon...