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eBay watch: 1960s Dieter Rams-designed Braun SK6 audio system

Rams

Another gem of an item from Dieter Rams on eBay for modest money, this 1960s-designed Braun SK6 audio system.

A stunning design that mixes radio, vinyl playback and modernist-inspired design, the latter from a unit made of painted steel, ash veneer and acrylic. Reading the details, the turnable and audio both work well (cartridge and needle both in good order), with two bands of the radio good too, however, you'll need to sort out a valve to get FM working.

Overall, the unit is described as being in 'very good' condition, but do check the small print before bidding. A couple of bids on it, but at £21, it's still a steal.

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eBay watch: Fully-restored 1972 T2 Volkswagen Camper Van

Camper

If you're on the look out for one, this 1972 T2 Volkswagen Camper Van is a real head-turner.

Tax-exempt, this van might have 150,000 on the clock, but it's had the works when it comes to restoration – everything from a full body and engine rebuild through to new cupboards and bed – nothing has been ignored.

With that in mind, words don't really do it justice. Check out the listing for more images and a couple of YouTube videos giving the lowdown. If you like what you see, £9,995 is the price right now.

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eBay watch: Vintage JVC 3020GM Videosphere Cube TV

Cube

Now I'm just repeating the title given to this by the seller, but I'm pretty sure that something called a JVC 3020GM Videosphere Cube TV should be round?

Not to be confused with the JVC Videosphere space helmet TV we all know and love, this is an altogether more rare set, but every bit as stylish. Of course, the technology is way behind – this is only a black and white solid state set, in need of some work to get it running in the digital age. But the cube design and contrast colours really do make it stand out.

Probably dating to the early 70s and described as being in 'very good condition' by the seller, you can check out more great images of it online. And if you want it? Well, it's just £1 right now.

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eBay watch: 1960s Merrow Associates-style rosewood coffee table

Rosewood

The seller claims it 'may be an early piece by Merrow Associates'. We don't think it is, but this rosewood coffee table is certainly a good buy.

Dating back to the 1960s, it has that wonderful rosewood frame, supporting a smoked glass top. There is also storage either side of a central stabliser, along with recessed castors.

The seller claims that there's a tiny scratch along the bottom edge, while tow of the glass pads need replacing. Minor things in other words. Which makes the £49.99 price tag a real bargain.

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eBay watch: Signed Alan Aldridge Chelsea Girls poster

Aldridge

Yes, it's more than a bit pricey, but this signed Alan Aldridge Chelsea Girls poster is an iconic image and one you'll rarely find on eBay.

Chelsea Girls was a 1966 experimental underground film directed by Andy Warhol and Paul Morrissey, following the lives of young women at the Hotel Chelsea. It was also the inspiration for Nico's 1967 debut album, Chelsea Girl.

Yet most of that seems forgotten while the poster is still one of the most memorable images of the era. This particular poster was apparently hand-signed by Aldridge in 1970 and according to the seller, has a gallery guide price of £5,000. He is asking £4,500, which seems a bit rich for an eBay sale, but he will take an offer. You can always chance your arm.

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eBay watch: 1970s space age mirror

Mirror

If you're after a 70s-style look in your home, this space age mirror on eBay could be the ideal accessory.

It's sized at 51 x 51cm and is described as being in 'excellent vintage' condition, with a bold yellow finish and a shape that screams the space age era of the late 60s and 70s.

A few bids on the book with a couple of days left, but still only £5.59 right now.

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