Frigidaire 1-18 matched pair/original owner!

[rm23j8g]

I bought this set new in late '77. They performed reliably for about 20 years until the washer started spinning slow. I liked it so much that I looked into having it fixed or fixing it myself and ran into dead ends on repair people and parts. I couldn't bear to part with them as I had hoped someday to fix it because it washed so well.
I had replaced a few rollers in the dryer and I kept using that for another five years or so until I wanted a matching dryer for my Maytag Neptune.
It looks like I'm going to be moving before long and I realized I'll never get around to fixing these. I'm pretty sure I have the original owner's manuals as well.
I'm just a few miles west of Richmond, VA, and I'm open to any offers!

 

[bajaespuma]

OOoooh I'd love a chocolate pair like these! Does the dryer have an interior light?

 

[rm23j8g]

Ya had to ask....I can't remember!

 

[rm23j8g]

Just went through my file cabinet and found all this original paperwork. Check this out!

 

[scoots]

Window in Washer Lid

I understand the need for a window in a 50's appliance - to demonstrate cleaning action to doubtful housewives. But this is clearly a much later unit, so why the window? and what are the silver bars across the face of the glass?

 

[rm23j8g]

On the window, I have no idea. That's the way it's been since the day I bought them at (I think) Sears.

 

[appnut]

Why the windowed lid

Because it's a Frigidaire by GM.  That's all that has to be said.  There's too much action and fun going on in there to not be able to see it.  As far the bars on the glass?  It's called style!!!   And that is one beautiful color finish on that set!!!

 

[classiccaprice]

Nice set. If I had the space, I'd consider it. Sadly, I may be moving myself!

 

[ken]

Will

Didnt I read an older post from not that long ago that you bought your house not that long ago?

 

[classiccaprice]

I bought my house in 2007. It's a long story, but in short... Budget cuts are still happening everywhere... :/

 

[ken]

Sorry to hear that. And some people would have us believe things are better. NOT.

 

[classiccaprice]

I bought the house in 2007.

 

[classiccaprice]

If you can't find them a home and fear the crusher is the next step, give me a call and we'll work out something. If you get an offer, any offer, please take that one!

 

[rm23j8g]

Fear not....I've had these 37 years and the crusher is not an option.

 

[mitch]

Nice set

I have to ask--do my eyes deceive me or is that a snake skin in picture 3 of the washer?? I would be scared to death if I had to open it up

 

[rm23j8g]

Yep....snake skin was optional that year! I was wondering how long it would take to be noticed....

 

[mitch]

LOL

I would have had to have the washer operational in order to clean my undergarments as I would have "lost it" when I raised the lid to be greeted by that sight .

If I were closer to VA, I would snatch these up in a second! A windowed lid and that color are the bomb!

 

[akronman]

Hey Mitch

I wholeheartedly agree! Better get a machine with automatic 2nd or 3rd rinse option and plenty of bleach dispensers. And how well does the 1-18 do my tennis shoes after everything leaks down my leg?

 

[rm23j8g]

That's why the lint filter and the agitator cap are still there....guard snakes.