The steering wheel (usually called Bakelite) is new from production in 1972. No signs of storage. The hub pad is in very good condition. No dents, no cracks, it was recolored in a color that perfectly matches the steering wheel. The star has no defects in the background color and chrome, there are cracks in the surface. Restored steering wheel: Old plastic, mostly cracked, has been refurbished. After a good job, a nice steering wheel. Disadvantage: The plastic shrinks further when exposed to sunlight, causing cracks Steering wheels: Old goods in good condition, usually due to longer storage and selection Advantage: Original old goods in very good condition, no tearing, cheaper than NOS Plastic re-cast: The old plastic was completely removed and replaced with new one. This means that