Is this a rare find for Funk/Soul collectors?

While the Discogs floor is low, having 118 copies available means it's accessible, making it a good entry point for your collection.

What is the format and release year of this record?

This record is a 7" vinyl pressing released in 1983 on the Polydor label.

It is categorized under the Funk / Soul genre.

Name: Level 42 – The Chinese Way (Vinyl, 7")
Brand: Level 42

Funk / Soul

What The Chinese Way by Level 42 is worth on the used market.

Level 42 value — Discogs floor ₩400 · $0.28. Prices updated 2026년 6월.

Label · PolydorFormat · Vinyl, 7"Genre · Funk / Soul

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The Chinese Way by Level 42 (1983) on Vinyl, 7". The Discogs marketplace floor is $0.28 with 118 copies currently for sale.

Pressing, country, and condition (media + sleeve) move vinyl/CD values the most — first pressings and clean copies command a premium.

What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today

Condition	Value	Based on
Discogs floor	₩400 · $0.28	eBay sold comps

Is this a rare find for Funk/Soul collectors?: While the Discogs floor is low, having 118 copies available means it's accessible, making it a good entry point for your collection.
What is the format and release year of this record?: This record is a 7" vinyl pressing released in 1983 on the Polydor label.
What genre does Level 42's 'The Chinese Way' belong to?: It is categorized under the Funk / Soul genre.