constellation

[hoove94]

hello all ... i have been looking for a hoover constellation for years now with no luck...does anyone know where i might find one?

 

[kirbysthebest]

Ebay may be a good place to start.
I was looking last night. There are two older models and a newer stainless steel model with no attachments.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I might be able to

be of assistance.

 

[jmurray01]

You John? I thought it was just Electroluxes you collected...

 

[jfalberti]

John ...

If you have any Constellations you are willing to part with, I would definately be interested in one. I'm also still interested in your Kirby Tradition, if you still want to sell it. That is the model Kirby I sold when I worked for the company (along with the Heritage) and want one for my collection. I used to have one, and am still kicking myself for giving it away.

Joe

 

[rugsucker]

Constellations

I think I have had 14 different colors.I do have duplicates including the first blue non-floating that can and should go to new homes.I have sold at least 2 on EBay and more need to go.They range from complete in box (that I may not sell)to machine only.Would you have hose or any atts?Also have extra bags,some genuine.

 

[jfalberti]

Do you have any

Yellow ones? If so, and youwant to sell, let's talk.

Joe

 

[hoove94]

if you have any left over mabie with attachments and hose in at least ok condition i may be interested.
here in texas they are really hard to find. at least in wichita.

 

[guardsman69]

cellar dwellers at the pitston hoover palace

john long has some beautiful kirbys to sell and a prime piece of westinghouse history for you westinghouse buffs......as far has connies go GOD ONLY KNOWS HOW MANY HE IS SITTING ON.....i am sure he would love to make some more room at the house with all his huge remodeling projects he has coming up this spring....especially in his new hoover display studio/library where he plans his ever changing exhibits every month.....he is a regular ann haines at the hoover historical society

 

[jfalberti]

I know

about John's Kirbys. I've been wanting to talk to him about one of his Traditions. Some day when he has time, we'll work it out.

 

[guardsman69]

just leave him a message on his machine

dr, long tutor to the stars will make it a point to call you back so he can de kirby the house and not have to don the hasmat suit and the glove everytime he needs to move them when they get in his way......

 

[kirbykid]

nice kirbies to sell? westinghouse history? could i some how get some pictures?

 

[rugsucker]

Constellations

JFAlberti-The yellow/tan & yellow/dark brown were once found here and I should have extra.Maybe with tilt base.---Hoover94-I have duplicates of many starting with first.Many have at least hose stored with but many atts are separated.I might be able to find original atts or at least some newer button lock atts.Value might start at $10-$20 plus packing/shipping.(Keep in mind that if anyone wants a road trip in what will soon be spring,put your shipping money in gas tank and come fill your car!)-Jimmy-423-297-6918

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Here's the Westinghouse

I'll post better pics soon.

 

[kirbykid]

do you have pictures of the nice kirby/kirbies?

 

[ultimatevacman]

Does anybody know where you can get a Hoover constellation in the UK? as I have also been looking for one for the last few years. I've tried Ebay and Gumtree but with no luck. If anyone could let me know where to get one, or if you want to sell one in the UK, please let me know, it would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks

-Joe

 

[vacbear58]

Constellation In UK

There is a good model on ebay right now, see the link

It is not cheap by any means, however these jade green models are reasonably rare, its in good condition (apart from some minor damage to the hose clip) and is complete. The seller (NOT me) is a collector so this is not just something pulled straight out of a dusty attic

Al

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-R...732?pt=UK_Vacuum_Cleaners&hash=item2a29890bc4

 

[ultimatevacman]

Thanks Al,

It looks like it's in good condition, I think £115 is quite a lot for it, but I'll have a think, and I might go for it.

Thanks Again,

- Joe

 

[vacbear58]

Quite a lot for it

Joe

I do agree with what you say however when a basic two peg Hoover hose goes for £39.50 + £6.50 shipping you do begin to wonder .....

In this case this vendor is personally known to me (and on here too) and I have no doubt that, at least from his side, the auction was completely genuine.

Al

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-H...5V%2BAijV%2FpWp6RjZPc%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

 

[ultimatevacman]

You're right Al,

I think I'll sleep on it,
then I'll decide what I want to do.

Thanks.

- Joe

 

[jfalberti]

Thanks Jimmy

I'll definitely be in touch about one of your yellow Connies.  Then my yellow/white Convertible will have a play mate!    Why do I have this sneaking feeling there may be a yellow DAM out there with my name on it?


 


Joe

 

[ultimatevacman]

I decided I was going to go for it, and then someone else bought it
It just shows you how high demand they are.

 

[brandon_w_t]

I have a mint condition Constellation model 86 in yellow if anyone is interested. Has a brand new hose as well.

 

[vacbear58]

Sold Constellation

Joe

Sorry to hear you did not win the auction, but dont worry this was a very popular cleaner, sold for a very long time. I am sure another will crop up very soon

Al

 

[collector2]

I have a couple of extra Connies to get rid of if anyone is interested. I dont have all the parts for them though. Both are the original style with the hose dead center in the top. One blue one tan. I will have to dig them out though, clean them up and see if they work.

Doug

 

[goadie12]

Hey Doug I would be very interested in one of the Connie's you have I would really like the blue one and if you had the attachments that would be great too. You can email me anytime at [email protected] thanks. Zach

 

[ultimatevacman]

Thanks Al, I'm sure I'll find another.

 

[collector2]

Boy that was quick - thw two connies are already spoken for.

Doug

 

[vacbear58]

Paging Joe, Paging Joe

Here is another one in the UK, not nearly in as good condition as the one previously listed but the price is a lot more reasonable. Obviously it does not have the original hose, but the connector is there and Hoover tools are pretty easily available

Al

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/old-vinta...463?pt=UK_Vacuum_Cleaners&hash=item20cfbef7cf