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I don't have ultraplush carpets but my in laws have an incredibly worn and matted carpet that would probably be a challenge for any vacuum. Its possible there are brush roll wear issues since these are always used machines. Our carpets are the cheapest home depot carpets you can get (we live in...

I can't imagine paying $1000 for a vacuum; I sell Kirby G series all the time for ~$100. I don't bother putting them on eBay because they go for so little; if I wanted one, that's were I'd turn. You can get them online, at thrift stores, and on Craigslist without the expense and hassle of...

Dysons are overly complex just for the sake of looks and marketing. Most recently I picked up a DC25 and have never been able to get the brush off the crevice tool because of the locking tab; the wand is difficult to get on and off; the upright lock is finicky and pops out, the power head is...

Restore that old Magicord vacuum cleaner like new with a nice, working power head! Last one went in a couple of days! Sadly the height adjustment doesn't work because the plastic molding on the base is broken, but its got a brand new belt and works great...

Looking to restore or complete a great Magicord Canister vacuum? Here's an original wand set for your project! http://www.ebay.com/itm/-/322001616173?

Looking at Amazon.uk, I'd go with one of those 600 series like the 620, unless you have money to burn and want to go for a 700 or even an 800. I wouldn't bother with the Samsung or off brand ones ever though! iRobot supports their stuff for years and years, those other guys will probably be...

Neato's and Roomba's are awesome. I'd avoid ANY other brand at all; only get a Neato or a Roomba. I'd recommend Roomba. My experience with the Neato was not great; they have a much much higher failure rate than the Roomba and don't get into the corners as well, although the 1 pass navigation is...

Its not a single unit, although they do do better higher than all the way down; its a dozen of these over the years that I've picked up and resold AND the one at the in-laws. Obviously, I have to test them out and usually they have to get a brand new belt and bag, so I know that's not the issue...

I have the hose to a kenmore canister carpet washer. Never seen one before or since, but could never find the unit online to find the hose part number. Now I saw the Singer turtle and they look very similar. Anyone know what the kenmore was...

Considering all the accessories, this is a pretty neat set! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fairfax-SL-1-Canister-Vacuum-1969-With-Tons-of-Attachments-Works-Great-VFX-/131604812248?

I'm wondering if I'm alone in feeling the G series Kirby, from the G3 to the newer ones, don't pick up well. I feel like they do a really crappy job, especially on heavy stuff like cat litter. I buy and sell them all the time, and know someone who has one, and it always seems to do the same...

I found a nice 510 with the original box and manuals and even the deoderizing liquid, with a neat little ad tucked in side. I love finding vacuums with their original packaging/manuals.

Try posting with the model number if you need something that specific. Generally the answer is yet.

I stopped buying/selling Kirby's a long time ago... there just isn't a market UNLESS its a G series or newer. I've sold pleanty of vacuums and never EVER sold them with dirty bags. I'd probably leave negative feedback if someone did that to me. Best bet is to look for top rated sellers with a...

I wouldn't be surprized if the two companies had some kind of relationship, like Panasonic and Kenmore. Westinghouse was a huge company back in the day.

It really is all about the brand. Modern dysons, hoovers, dirt devils, and bissells, just don't hold up. Flimsy junk. Kenmore, Panasonic, Miele (especially canisters for all three), Riccar, older/newer metal/commercial vacuums, all generally do fine. Nobody wants a used Dirt Devil or Hoover...

When they only post two pictures, one from a mile away and one so close you can't see anything, you know you're either buying crappy stuff or buying from a crappy seller...

I've had tons of luck selling vacuums on eBay.

I've disassembled and sold parts from at least 50 Kenmore uprights. You probably broke some of the plastic holding something in place. Also, you should be getting at these parts by laying the vacuum down and removing the four screws around the motor cover, if its upright and the back is gone, I...

I found this in my thrift store browsing. The accessories were stored in the back, so I didn't realize it came with everything. Even more remarkable, it has the original manufacturers material and advertisements from Westinghouse. The bags are marked 10 cents. The unit was purchased...