Been on the hunt for a decently priced Walkman for a little over a year now...most being outside my budget. That was until I found these as a pair "As is not working" for $40 Canadian pesos. on Facebook Marketplace. I popped batteries in both and I can hear the motor whirring in both but that's it, aside from the battery light. From what I've gathered, my WM-2 is the earlier model, since it's got the "FWD" on the button in stead of "Play"
Two beautiful models, I'm not positive but I think they came out at the same time. They most likely need new belts. FixYourAudio on the front page and these guys should have what you need. https://www.turntableneedles.com/Rubber_Drive_Belts-Tape_Decks_Turntables
great score forget these clowns paying a grand for a walkman, a fool and his money soon parted.............. i bought 2 of these £25 each and personal grails for me https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/403292090701?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 congrats once again