suckolux
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My favorite, which I can't push on my carpets anymore 
and my current, works fine, just a bit large for my space
and my current, works fine, just a bit large for my space
What’s your favorite kirby
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dysonman1
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I have lots of Kirbys, but the only one I'm really excited about is the model C with hedlite. Here's mine, being modeled by Adam Mercer (Adambomb). Adam is a huge Kirby fan and always wants to run my vintage Kirbys when he visits the Vacuum Cleaner Museum.
eurekastar
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I have two!
My top favorite is the 560, which was manufactured the year I was born. The tweed bag design is classic 50s style. The other is Dual Sanitronic 80. Nothing says, "Hello 1967!" like the avocado green color scheme.
My top favorite is the 560, which was manufactured the year I was born. The tweed bag design is classic 50s style. The other is Dual Sanitronic 80. Nothing says, "Hello 1967!" like the avocado green color scheme.
vacuumdevil
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Definitely The Legend 2.
"The last days of old technology is often better than the first days of new technology" the quote Jay Leno
"The last days of old technology is often better than the first days of new technology" the quote Jay Leno
sptyks
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My favorite Kirby is my Classic III. I love the red colors. I have both the Red shake out bag and Heritage II Legend disposable bag system for my Classic III.
Here are a few pictures:
Here are a few pictures:
seijun
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Dysonman1: That model C is gorgeous! I love the bag.
thegen5gal
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As my user name suggests I LOVE the Gen 5 
I’m attaching a pic of mine!
I’m attaching a pic of mine!
human
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Welcome
Beautiful G5 and your first post. Hope you'll stick around and join in on the larger conversation. Is this your only vacuum cleaner or do you have others in your collection?
Beautiful G5 and your first post. Hope you'll stick around and join in on the larger conversation. Is this your only vacuum cleaner or do you have others in your collection?
vac-o-matic
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Favorite?
Not that I can choose a favorite, but this one is very high on my list! Completely rebuilt, new 4 row brush roll, all new Plastics and cord, it is truly like new!
Not that I can choose a favorite, but this one is very high on my list! Completely rebuilt, new 4 row brush roll, all new Plastics and cord, it is truly like new!
vac-o-matic
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But then there are these...
Hard to pick a favorite! I am so lucky to have become friends with a local vac shop for over 20 yrs. I think. I just carry the vacuum in whatever shape it might be, and they come back like these...kudos to Heather, Henry, and Jason! They do it all from the inside out...most of all, very reasonably.
Hard to pick a favorite! I am so lucky to have become friends with a local vac shop for over 20 yrs. I think. I just carry the vacuum in whatever shape it might be, and they come back like these...kudos to Heather, Henry, and Jason! They do it all from the inside out...most of all, very reasonably.
oldskoolguy
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My favorite?
I don't really have a favorite but i have a top 10 (In somewhat no particular order):
1. Dual Sanitronic 80 (because it's the basis for Kirby from brave little toaster)
2. 1C (the headlight hood is just really cool)
3 Tradition (My uncle has one, and it was lent to my parents when i was still a baby)
4. Late model Sentria (from 2011 or 2012 with new style emtor and style f bags; I own one myself!)
5. Avalir with red trim (bag clamp, bag top, and i think the carry handle too)
6 Kirby Legend II (I just love the red)
7. GSix (Not sure which one, I don't know the difference between the original and the 2000 and 2001 limited editions, but I love the black)
8. Classic III (There's something about a Kirby and the color red that makes them look nice)
9. Heritage legend
10. Comvac 1600 (the Belt cover is VERY cool)
Fun fact: the guy who voiced Kirby in The Brave Little Toaster is the late Thurl Ravenscroft. He did plenty of work for Disney, some from when Walt was still alive. He was also the voice of Tony the Tiger, the singer for "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch", and part of the Mellomen who as I read, at least once sang backup for Elvis Presley and also recorded for Walt Disney for his Enchanted Tiki room. (I am a hardcore Disney Fanatic, that's how I know this)
I don't really have a favorite but i have a top 10 (In somewhat no particular order):
1. Dual Sanitronic 80 (because it's the basis for Kirby from brave little toaster)
2. 1C (the headlight hood is just really cool)
3 Tradition (My uncle has one, and it was lent to my parents when i was still a baby)
4. Late model Sentria (from 2011 or 2012 with new style emtor and style f bags; I own one myself!)
5. Avalir with red trim (bag clamp, bag top, and i think the carry handle too)
6 Kirby Legend II (I just love the red)
7. GSix (Not sure which one, I don't know the difference between the original and the 2000 and 2001 limited editions, but I love the black)
8. Classic III (There's something about a Kirby and the color red that makes them look nice)
9. Heritage legend
10. Comvac 1600 (the Belt cover is VERY cool)
Fun fact: the guy who voiced Kirby in The Brave Little Toaster is the late Thurl Ravenscroft. He did plenty of work for Disney, some from when Walt was still alive. He was also the voice of Tony the Tiger, the singer for "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch", and part of the Mellomen who as I read, at least once sang backup for Elvis Presley and also recorded for Walt Disney for his Enchanted Tiki room. (I am a hardcore Disney Fanatic, that's how I know this)
thegen5gal
Member
Hi human-
(I’m not sure if I’m replying to your message the correct way. I tried to find where I could reply to your question and couldnt find it. I’m on my mobile right now if that makes any difference.
No, this isn’t my only machine. I’m a bit of a sucker for a Sanitaire and own several of those.
I do plan on sticking around!
(I’m not sure if I’m replying to your message the correct way. I tried to find where I could reply to your question and couldnt find it. I’m on my mobile right now if that makes any difference.
No, this isn’t my only machine. I’m a bit of a sucker for a Sanitaire and own several of those.
I do plan on sticking around!
human
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Gsix...
Oldskoolguy wrote: 7. GSix (Not sure which one, I don't know the difference between the original and the 2000 and 2001 limited editions, but I love the black)
I reply: There is absolutely no difference between the various 'editions' of the Gsix except the decals on the handles. It was all just marketing. I have one that's the original 'Gsix Performance' edition and another that's a '2001 Limited Edition' and they're identical to one another and to my G5; in fact, Kirby's conservative design approach has allowed me to give my G5 most of the technical benefits of the next few models, such as they are, by retrofitting it with an Ultimate G bag assembly and the newer style brush roll.
Really, except for color schemes, the Kirby remained fundamentally unchanged from the G5 through the original Ultimate G (aka G7). The Gsix introduced the lower profile rounded emptor and micron filter bags, the latter of which wasn't really a change to the machine itself and can easily be added to any G-series machine. The original Ultimate G saw a redesigned outer bag with a curved zipper and the later Ultimate G Diamond Edition introduced the short-lived two-speed switch. The updated brush roll came, I believe, with the Sentria.
Oldskoolguy wrote: 7. GSix (Not sure which one, I don't know the difference between the original and the 2000 and 2001 limited editions, but I love the black)
I reply: There is absolutely no difference between the various 'editions' of the Gsix except the decals on the handles. It was all just marketing. I have one that's the original 'Gsix Performance' edition and another that's a '2001 Limited Edition' and they're identical to one another and to my G5; in fact, Kirby's conservative design approach has allowed me to give my G5 most of the technical benefits of the next few models, such as they are, by retrofitting it with an Ultimate G bag assembly and the newer style brush roll.
Really, except for color schemes, the Kirby remained fundamentally unchanged from the G5 through the original Ultimate G (aka G7). The Gsix introduced the lower profile rounded emptor and micron filter bags, the latter of which wasn't really a change to the machine itself and can easily be added to any G-series machine. The original Ultimate G saw a redesigned outer bag with a curved zipper and the later Ultimate G Diamond Edition introduced the short-lived two-speed switch. The updated brush roll came, I believe, with the Sentria.
ultralux88
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Well, I don't really have a preference in Kirbys other than D80 and older being my favorites. I know that leaves a lot of different models to choose from...
texaskirbyguy
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That beautiful G5 reminded me that it is my only favorite machine of the self propelled variety, mainly because I adore that color - classy, elegant, and colorful!
thegen5gal
Member
I love the look of the classic machines as well. The G5 is my first Kirby but I am hoping it wont be my last. It is a powerful machine and is made so well!
Over 20 years old and still performs flawlessly. I do take care of it though.
I also have the shampoo system which I will be needing to use before long. Do any of you use the shampoo system on yours? Do you prefer hot water extraction?
Over 20 years old and still performs flawlessly. I do take care of it though.
I also have the shampoo system which I will be needing to use before long. Do any of you use the shampoo system on yours? Do you prefer hot water extraction?
toddk13
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I’m cheating on my favorite Classic III
Picked up a very clean Sentria 1 with shampoo kit for $55. More than I wanted to spend. It just looked so nice. Fired it up and was instantly pleased. I have three very used Gs. All three transmissions need attention. The Sentria is smooth and powerful. Almost effortless moving forward and back. I vacuumed with the Classic III yesterday. New style brush roll, new Kirby disposable bag. Today I hit the same carpet with the Sentria. I could hear sand being sucked up. Hmmm. Sentria brush roll really fluffed the plush carpet. I don’t know how I’ll break the news to the Classic.
Picked up a very clean Sentria 1 with shampoo kit for $55. More than I wanted to spend. It just looked so nice. Fired it up and was instantly pleased. I have three very used Gs. All three transmissions need attention. The Sentria is smooth and powerful. Almost effortless moving forward and back. I vacuumed with the Classic III yesterday. New style brush roll, new Kirby disposable bag. Today I hit the same carpet with the Sentria. I could hear sand being sucked up. Hmmm. Sentria brush roll really fluffed the plush carpet. I don’t know how I’ll break the news to the Classic.
crazykirbydude
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Heritage II or G4
human
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Since getting a beautiful, shiny Sentria last week, I'm considering amending my earlier post. I still love my G5 and all, but I find the aesthetics of the Sentria very appealing. I really like the gray and orange color scheme and the shape of the handle. I don't know why, but the Tech Drive seems to work better than on any other Kirby I own. The brightness of the LED headlight is a nice bonus as well. I may have to consider retrofitting my others with LED bulbs when they need replacing.
rivstg1
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late comer for favorite
I now have 6 Kirby's and ALL from this year!wow . my favorite one I own is tough to pick....a tie I suppose, with my Heritage II and Legend models....just feel the best, but I like the look of my Classic III the most....that red is so striking.
own: -Classic cr-1, Classic III, Heritage I, Herritage II, Legend,and Sentria.
I"d like the most, to own a TRadition due to the blue and larger power nozzle compared to later models. I don't like the color scheme at all with my Sentria, would prefer the Avalir. I Like all the old 500 series models and Sanitronics....so I hope to get one as well. If I found a uber cheap G5 I'd get it as I love the purple color scheme the most on G models.
I now have 6 Kirby's and ALL from this year!wow . my favorite one I own is tough to pick....a tie I suppose, with my Heritage II and Legend models....just feel the best, but I like the look of my Classic III the most....that red is so striking.
own: -Classic cr-1, Classic III, Heritage I, Herritage II, Legend,and Sentria.
I"d like the most, to own a TRadition due to the blue and larger power nozzle compared to later models. I don't like the color scheme at all with my Sentria, would prefer the Avalir. I Like all the old 500 series models and Sanitronics....so I hope to get one as well. If I found a uber cheap G5 I'd get it as I love the purple color scheme the most on G models.
