Plano TX Kirby Service Center closing Nov 2019

[texaskirbyguy]

Just a few days left now... If you have been meaning to go, but have not yet, please do so before the scrap guy comes after this weekend.
I will goo back one or two more times, so if you want me to look for anything, I will - just let me know soon.

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Scrappers are coming this Wednesday!

This is it!
Go Monday or Tuesday (9-6) and claim whatever vacuums/parts units are left before they are scrapped!
Saturday 11-30 at noon he has to be out of there and leave the shop empty.

If you cannot make it those days but can Wed or Fri, call him and commit to a pickup date for certain items.
The pictures below are all the vacuums he has left, awaiting a nice home, garage, workshop or even a dusty attic. Anywhere but the metal shredder..

Pictures 1-4 are all of: 1 Omega, 5 Traditions, and 2 Classic III parts units he has left.
Picture 5 shows the above units which are all in the right-most stack at the shop, and another lone Omega...
Picture 6 shows all the 28 Heritage and Heritage II units available - all three stacks of boxes! There are a few Legend I (not II) machines in there, too. Keep in mind the armatures (and fields with wiring mods) in these fit the Omega-Traditions also.
Picture 7 shows the 4 remaining 5xx machines. These really need saving!
Picture 8 shows the remaining whole working vacuums.
Picture 9 shows the stack of shampooer units for G3, G4, G5, and G6
Picture 10 shows a good hose and some attachments for a Legend II.

At this point, you can name your price on any of this stuff. Pay what you can afford - a tip or such, even if you cannot afford much. Try to give something but do not let price stand in your way. The more you get the better the deal becomes.
It is worth much more to a collector/repairman/hobbyist than a scrapper.

If you need a unit that WAS there but is no longer, let me know via email (in my profile), as I might have what you want on my back patio! Most of these need to go to collectors also.

This is your last chance - I really hope they can go to a good home. I cannot take any more - I am WAY overfilled as it is...

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Any last requests?

I will be going to the shop tomorrow for the last time...
Any last requests from the pictures above?

 

[lesinutah]

Texaskirbyguy

How much for all 4 500 machines shipped. You can call 385-239-0657.
You can email me at [email protected].
Les

 

[rivstg1]

rob I forgot about the legend 2 hose etc, I should have grabbed it. get it for me if you go back, those Traditions look to be in good condition!

k

 

[texaskirbyguy]

The scrapper took some Heritages and Heritage IIs today but still quite a few left. He will return Saturday morning to get everything else left that is metal.

The five complete working machines are all still there - Two Heritage, one Heritage 84, One Classic III and one bojacked-bag Tradition. As of now there is no real price on them. If you want them, please go get them. He will ship if you pay a little for his time and entire shipping amount. I have a parts Heritage 84 as well if you want it.

There are still two Traditions, two Classic III and an Omega parts unit.

In the pictures, the Heritage and Heritage II (and a Legend I) are in the big stack, the others are in the small stack. Go get them for free for parts.

There is also a stack of empty Kirby boxes for free if anyone wants them. Great for storing them or moving them.

Kelton,
I bought the hose and attachments for cheap and will hold em for you.
I also bought the two best looking Traditions as they are restorable - they need homes. I even got some handle backplates that have intact cord clips!

 

[bnsd60m9200]

did anyone buy the gold heritage II? if he knocked the price down under $100 ill get it tomorrow

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Yes, 'Goldie' sold for 200 plus shipping.

 

[rivstg1]

I would like a few more of those kirby boxes if you go there again

Kel

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Kelton, let me know how many boxes you want and if you have a favorite model of the G-series. I will put them in the attic for when you come back this way.
My last trip there will be Saturday at noon.
Enjoy the holiday!

 

[texaskirbyguy]

LAST CALL!

If anyone was waiting 'til tomorrow to grab whatever is left at the shop, try to do so before noon. The scrapper will be there after 12 some time to haul off whatever is left that is metal. Any remaining furniture and non metal stuff will either hit the dumpster or be donated. There is an old large wooden corner desk that will be cut up and trashed, along with the sales counter.

I have not been there since Tuesday so not sure what remains.
I am pretty sure some (if not all) of the Kirby parts units in the back remain.
If anyone is super motivated, they might be able to get the store's outdoor sign!

I will go there after 12 just to say goodbye to them and seal the end of a long-time business relationship with them. I had been going business with them since 2001 and my mom since the early 80's and before!
This shop will truly be missed...

 

[kirbyclassiciii]

texaskirbyguy

Hi Rob,

I hope that all is well concerning my money order and the delivery of the items it covers.

Thank you,



Ben

 

[kirbyclassiciii]

texaskirbyguy

Rob,

Please disregard the reply above.

I meant to say this: my package just came! Here's everything! Thank you very much!

I even show you the two vacs I installed these handle grips on!

~Ben

 

[texaskirbyguy]

RIP Kirby Service Center of Plano

So on my way to seeing my sick sister in the hospital, I decided to make a slight detour and see the Kirby shop for the last time. And as you can see, it is now gone.

Thank you to all who helped him clean out and save many old machines and parts. About 40-50 were scrapped, but we just can't save them all due to space constraints. I still need to find homes for many more of them that are on my patio.

I send out a very warm THANK YOU to James and Lindy who ran the place, for all their expertise, parts and excellent customer service. You all ran a business the way it should be run and you will be missed. We hope you will now enjoy the retired life, the way you want.

Picture 2 shows that just maybe they did know what a vacuum cleaner was for after all - floor looks quite clean! However they may not have broken out the rug renovator given the outline from the counter... )

Goodbye Kirby Service Center of Plano................ Thanks.

 

[jrdavis]

fun while it lasted

thanks for the kirby 1cr. bearings are a little dry but i'll be replacing them anyway

 

[lesinutah]

Bearings

You must wet the bearings before you run the machine. Spin off of silence of the lambs. You must use the lotion.
Les

 

[gregvacs28]

kirby attachment

before it gets the hose?

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Amazing! All that history (Kirby History).

I must say ,again, that it is amazing how good and thoughtful you were/are to the vacuum community, especially what you did for all of the Kirby fans!
Most would never have done all of that.
KUDOS to YOU!
{and, I'm the HOOVER guy}!

 

[jrdavis]

gregvacs28

lol- its so refreshing to have some humor now and then! sorry i dont know how to do an emoji on here but i'd send you a laughing one!

 

[gregvacs28]

Choose your intensity

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1. kind, I want to be your friend laugh


 


2. I'm laughing, but I'm nervous what this means type laugh


 


3. A rip-snorting, I might spit a little while uncontrollably giggling my fillings loose laugh 


 


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4. I'm laughing so hard I've peed my pants and can't hold my body erect any longer type laugh.


 


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besides, don't thank me.  Les from  Utah is the comedy genius here.  He set the ball, I just dunked it.