Hoover 150

[luxy1205]

Hi, my husband is bringing home a Hoover model 150 that he just acquired from a customer for free! We are restoring his 1962 Corvette at work and he knew that I collected different things. I know ABSOLUTELY NOTHING about Hoovers! I know condition is a part of this question, but I don't know it yet! Is the 150's collectible/worth anything??? Any info and help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!!! -Michelle

 

[caligula]

The Hoover 150

is one of the milestone events in Hoover history. I'll try to direct you to the correct site to learn about this wonderful machine.

By the way, the Hoover model 150, and the model 700 were the two machines responsible for the creation of the Vacuum cleaner Collector's Club. While I'm an Electrolux and Kirby man, my friend John Lucia is a Hoover buff. John contacted Hoover in early 1981 requesting info on these machines and Hoover forwarded that letter to me. I was then a private collector with no knowledge there were others interested in vacuum cleaners. Result an instant friendship!

Cut to September 1982, John drove to the Chicago area from California and we went to the Hoover Historical Center together (I'd been there alone in August of 1980) and Hoover gave us the red carpet treatment. Upon leaving I asked John if we should form a club? "I doubt if it will take, but write to the people on the list of names and let's see." I did, and on January 2, 1983 the club began.

On the weekend of May 4, 5, and 6, 1985 I hosted the first meeting with 6 members plus John and I. And next weekend (June 16-19) we are holding the 31st anual convention in Oakbrook, Illinois.

Hope to see you and your husband there,
Alex Taber.

 

[kenkart]

The 150

Is THE ultimate Hoover. made of magnesium rather than aluminum and introduced in 1936. the 150 was the most expensive vacuum on the market at the time. featuring a 2 speed motor. automatic height adjustment and a time to empty signal. along with the very first plug in hose connector. It truly was decades ahead of its time. nothing made today even remotely compares to it,True quality in a streamlined case. designed by a famous designer. Dreyfuss I think.

 

[caligula]

Hi Kenkart.

Thank you that's the information I was trying to acquire. Yes it was Henry Dryfuss.

Alex Taber.

 

[luxy1205]

Thanks!!!

Thank you so much Alex and kencart!!! My husband brought the vacuum home last night. I will take some pictures later and post them! Thanks again! -Michelle