Jkbff, it was an S24 canister with the hose and powered brush. He was asking $100 which made me think it might be an, um, interesting restoration challenge (aka beat to crap), but at least parts availability wasn't a problem like it is with much older vacs. Even correct color body parts are readily available. Sure wish that was so with even some of the newer Kenmores I refurbish. Can't even get hoses for some of those!
I just wanted to see the insides of a Riccar/Simplicity canister, take one apart, feel the material in my hands, feel how things screw, snap or otherwise fasten together, see who made the motor and other components to satisfy myself that they are or are not worth the high price of admission. There will be others in good time.