$10 Craigslist Find: Hoover model 105

[hismastersvoice]

I haven't mentioned this yet, as I was afraid I'd get a box of junk in the mail, but thanks to a heads from a friend, I was able to snag a Hoover model 105 for just $10! It was too far to drive so I convinced them to ship it. The photos weren't great, so I wasn't really sure what I was getting. I figured it would be worth the money just for parts if all else failed. Well, I got home yesterday and it was waiting on the porch. I opened it up and found a beautiful all-original model 105 except the bag. Even that turned out to be a genuine Hoover bag (from a 700) which was a VERY pleasant surprise since I thought it was aftermarket from the photos on Craigslist. The seller said it ran, but I haven't fired it up yet since I haven't had time to clean, inspect, and oil the motor first. Maybe today!

 

[charleskirby66]

Bravo!

I know NOTHING about Hoover. What year is this from, and how rare is it? If you can draw a comparison from Kirby's history, that would help my pea-brain compute. LOL

 

[hismastersvoice]

Charles, this would be from about 1920. The Kirby of that era would have been the Wireless Vacuette. The Hoovers with wooden handles are fairly hard to find, but I seem to be hitting the jackpot lately!

 

[bikerray]

Nice find

 

[charleskirby66]

WOW!

Thanks for putting it into Kirby Kontext. LOL That's an AMAZING find, bravo and congrats!

 

[chad]

Indeed, it'll be quite nice after a bit of elbow grease.

 

[hismastersvoice]

Thanks! It should come out quite nicely. I sure have my fair share of winter projects this year!

Who knows, maybe I'll find a long-forgotten Model O next... ;-)

 

[coffeecanman]

Thanks! I can't wait to get these cleaned up. I sure have my fair share of winter projects this year...

Who knows, maybe I'll find a long-forgotten Model O next... ;-)

 

[hygiene903]

Nice find Brandon! Can't beat the price either. It should clean up nicely. Hopefully when you fire it up it will be a great runner too!
Jeff

 

[coffeecanman]

I still haven't had a chance to touch it yet, it's been a busy week!

Is anyone currently sewing copies of the original sateen Hoover bags? I'd love to have one made for this machine, it deserves a proper bag.

 

[cb123]

Great find! I wish I loved Hoovers!

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Excellent Score!!

WELL DONE


 John