My Classic

[aspie62]

So, today I bought a beautiful Kirby Classic 1-CR, this is my 3rd Kirby and 10th vacuum of my collection. I got it for $20 with attachments and rug renovator. The belt was slipping and the bag was FULL, so I put it inside out, cleaned it, washed it and got it well working again. I did replace the belt.

 

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I've always wanted a classic but never have gotten the chance to buy one!

 

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I love this vacuum so far. I don't think the guy I bought it from new what kind of gem he had, he sold it to me for $20. The only problems it has, or had, are simple fixes, the hook on the cord was missing, so I put a safety pin on it, the belt was worn and stretched so I replaced it, and the bag was DISGUSTING!!! There was dirt in there dating to Nixon! I removed dust blobs from it that were as big as my dog! (He's 40+ lb.!) I vacuumed it out and washed it. I also gave it a good polishing, sorry for no before pictures!

 

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[ronni]

Nice machine! I'm glad you were able to purchase it and give it some long overdue TLC.

I didn't realize that Kirby put the copyright year on the manufacturer's label. I wish all companies would have/would do that.

I had always heard that the Classic CR-1 made its debut in 1970, but that is obviously on the case. So, perhaps the machine's bag had dirt and dust from the Johnson administration in 1969!

Perhaps another person on Vacuumland will be able to provide you with a belt-lifter that has the full Kirby wordmark?

Again, congratulations on an awesome (and low priced) purchase!

 

[aspie62]

Thanks Fred

Thanks for the love, Fred, I would love to get a new belt lifter, I think I need a new nozzle, the base plate doesn't go on all the way, the nozzle is bent so it just hits it. Maybe it's the baseplate that needs replacing? I would really like to know what more experienced Kirby collectors thin on this, is it supposed to be like that?

 

[eurekastar]

I love that model and wish I still had mine! When the motor design is examined carefully, it's setup is still circa the late 500 series; however, its engineering is focused on the late 60s trend toward wall-to-wall carpeting. You have a great vacuum and what a bargain! Congratulations!