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The second one has been on for quite some time.  It looks like it was just relisted but for $25 less.  I would really like to have one as nice as that but I can't justify spending that much money.

A mystery solved! I have had this tool for the longest time and never knew what kind of vacuum it came with until seeing these pics!

I've never had a broken fan, but then I've almost always used a cannister/cylinder type vacuum!

Ben, good luck with your treasure hunt!   Charles, you should write a book about what you have gone through in the name of vacuum love!   

I hope you get it!  If the seller isn't willing to take it to a pack-and-send place maybe a Chicago area member here could help you.  Finding something with such a strong memory/attachment from our childhood means the world to people like us!

Is it like this one?  The Dustette was offered for quite a few years and had several variations.  Old cloth bags become fragile and washing them is very risky at best.  I'd suggest carefully turning the bag inside out and vacuuming it to remove the accumulated dust.  Unless there is evidence of...

Another thing to consider about the factory rebuild program is that the vacuum will come back with the current replacement cord, trim, bumper, bag etc which are not the original green color of your D80.  If you don't feel comfortable attempting to do the repairs/replacement parts yourself then...

Rear brakes first! Yes, it's a brake, to prevent the cleaner from rolling backwards when cleaning stairs.  (Picture the cleaner's back end resting on a step and the front on the the step above)

The special price for factory rebuilding is for original registered owners only.  If you're just looking to get the metal parts buffed back to a shine you could do it yourself, or take it to your local Kirby repair center.  The one near me at least will polish a machine for a small fee.  If you...

Yep, that's the original looking color.  Beautiful!

YES!

Oh, so YOU got it! I don't really need another XXX but I thought seriously for a minute about bidding anyway just for that hose! 

The two vacuums I miss the most are a Hoover 28 and a turquoise Electrolux G.  The Hoover was in virtually pristine condition without a scrath on it.  Even the beautiful striped bag had a crisp newness about it.  The Electrolux was also in excellent condition and was so blissfully quiet. 

You should be able to find one that will work without any trouble.  Any well-stocked electrical department should have them.

Wow, that's a great find!  And all the attachments are there too.  Those things have lots of power and they're built.......like a tank!

Here's the link.  Up to $177 now! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-Vintage-General-Electric-Vacuum-/150649005571?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2313616603

The bidding war has begun.

"lifted" pictures What a sham!  They couldn't even be bothered to lift two pictures of the same machine instead of two totally different models!

Stunning! That looks like it would still smell new!  I'm way over-budget this month otherwise I'd be in jumping into the bidding war for that prize!

Given their popularity among vacuum collectors, if a model G in pristine condition shows up on ebay be prepared for a bidding war.  There are still a few likely to be found hidden away in some grandma's closets so never miss an opportunity to rack up some good karma and stay on good terms with...