Just a thought.
As previously mentioned in another thread regarding modding an older chrome bumper NAP250, older Naim gear is'nt fetching what it used to. Very recently, an 82 did'nt sell on ebay, although the start price was £699.
There are more 2## series and 5## series gear on the second hand market which may have something to do with it.
I've an 82 myself, have been / am playing with a 32, which is getting close to the 82. I'm not finnished yet, but keep thinking myself, should I delve under the bonnet of the 82, how far will that go, especially after reading Teddy Pardo's experience with the 102.
I know if I bought a 72 to mod, I still would'nt sell the 82 as I would want a reference to compare........
I think I've just convinced myself............!
I take it few/ if any have dabbled with the 82 ?