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1957 GE washer and dryer on the auction
Well, when you add the buyers commission of 18% and the Pennsylvania state sales tax you’re already over $2500, I expect to top out at over 3000 easily.
And if somebody is shipping them you can add another thousand if they’re going very far.
It is a very rare pair, it’s the first year for the 27 inch GE dryer design. It was a good performing dryer but not a very durable one had lots of wiring problems motor start switch problems etc. it looks like somebody’s been messing with the operating thermostat from the pictures, so I doubt the thing is going to work probably won’t heat.
The washer had been in production for a few years by 1957 solid tub washers from GE were not very durable in the 50s, when they changed to the perforated basket V 12 Filter Flow machines in 1961. The machine immediately lasted about 50% longer.
They look to be in pretty good condition, however it may be restorable, but there’s certainly not good every day drivers.
I hope someone from AW will get them.
John
Well, when you add the buyers commission of 18% and the Pennsylvania state sales tax you’re already over $2500, I expect to top out at over 3000 easily.
And if somebody is shipping them you can add another thousand if they’re going very far.
It is a very rare pair, it’s the first year for the 27 inch GE dryer design. It was a good performing dryer but not a very durable one had lots of wiring problems motor start switch problems etc. it looks like somebody’s been messing with the operating thermostat from the pictures, so I doubt the thing is going to work probably won’t heat.
The washer had been in production for a few years by 1957 solid tub washers from GE were not very durable in the 50s, when they changed to the perforated basket V 12 Filter Flow machines in 1961. The machine immediately lasted about 50% longer.
They look to be in pretty good condition, however it may be restorable, but there’s certainly not good every day drivers.
I hope someone from AW will get them.
John
At this point things are only between two bidders, each keeps upping the other's max bid. This could change in final hours, but so far that's how one sees things.
This tells one at least this battle is between two "collectors" so to speak. Scrappers or dilettantes wouldn't be spending so much money IMHO. Remember this isn't fleaPay, once hammer falls credit card will be charged for total final bid plus other costs quite soon afterwards.
Hopefully whoever gets set will speak up and share.
This tells one at least this battle is between two "collectors" so to speak. Scrappers or dilettantes wouldn't be spending so much money IMHO. Remember this isn't fleaPay, once hammer falls credit card will be charged for total final bid plus other costs quite soon afterwards.
Hopefully whoever gets set will speak up and share.
It's The Suspense That Get's Me!
Fifty-nine minutes to go and up to 2,010.00!
Fifty-nine minutes to go and up to 2,010.00!
Other lot with major action is this Maytag wringer. One person is determined to have it...
Going once, going twice, sold!
High bidder all along came back with 2,530.00 and that was all she wrote.
High bidder all along came back with 2,530.00 and that was all she wrote.
About the price of a set of new classic SQ's.
The question is whether the buyer will reveal himself/herself and provide details on the operational condition and/or refurbishment, or disappear into the ether.
repairguy
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I doubt anyone will give us an update but I’m glad to know I’m not the only crazy collector out there spending money.
Sadly must agree with above.
Nearly each and every time unique items are listed on site and go for big money we never hear about them afterwards. Only exception to this seems to be if new owner simply has no other choice but to obtain repair or other advice from here in group.
Go and and out of hate with such behaviour which explains why don't post finds all the time. Am that fed up with those who lurk about AW for information but don't give back to the community. Let them do their own leg work.
Nearly each and every time unique items are listed on site and go for big money we never hear about them afterwards. Only exception to this seems to be if new owner simply has no other choice but to obtain repair or other advice from here in group.
Go and and out of hate with such behaviour which explains why don't post finds all the time. Am that fed up with those who lurk about AW for information but don't give back to the community. Let them do their own leg work.
Am that fed up with those who lurk about AW for information but don't give back to the community.
I'm sure some of that exists but there s also a lot of unnecessary drama that rolls through this site and some can't overlook or filter it out so they lurk behind the scenes. Your posts are much more appreciated than you realize.
I'm sure some of that exists but there s also a lot of unnecessary drama that rolls through this site and some can't overlook or filter it out so they lurk behind the scenes. Your posts are much more appreciated than you realize.
Sorry for the slow reply, I’m still absorbing while tryin to pack for a vacation, prep space for them, etc. I got them. I am very much questioning my sanity. Very much. I’ve found auctions to be quite bad for antiquing, items go for more than they would otherwise. Lots of junk fees etc plus I also got ham strung by a carrier from uship who upped his pricing several hundred dollars after knowing I’m sol if I didn’t pay. sigh. Could even tell him off for fear he’d just walk away….and then what? Lots to process but trying to focus on the upsides. I don’t have the space that others do so I went all in on one very special set. I really wanted 50s or early 60s and loveeeee the air freshener component, color, styling etc. I have lots of projects generally so these may sit for a while, but like everything else I collect I aim to restore them and them keep them safely for the next person.
I also need to figure out how to rig some sort of suds saver add on to reduce water use. That will take some creativity. I even have a beautiful 1913 laundry sink on the yard (another project) that probably will be upgraded to inside as now only the best will do for my basement laundry area. Ha
Very new to appliance repair but I’m at least determined lol. The auctioneer said they’re in very nice condition so fingers crossed. Also, somewhat rubbing salt in my own wounds there is a white version of the dryer available for just 200 in Texas. But shipping wouldn’t have been terribly different and odds of winding a matching washer seemed low, but for someone with the space it looks to be in even better condition.
And I can gladly take pictures etc and share when they arrive. I’ll definitely need help learning to work on them to keep them running, no doubt.
I also need to figure out how to rig some sort of suds saver add on to reduce water use. That will take some creativity. I even have a beautiful 1913 laundry sink on the yard (another project) that probably will be upgraded to inside as now only the best will do for my basement laundry area. Ha
Very new to appliance repair but I’m at least determined lol. The auctioneer said they’re in very nice condition so fingers crossed. Also, somewhat rubbing salt in my own wounds there is a white version of the dryer available for just 200 in Texas. But shipping wouldn’t have been terribly different and odds of winding a matching washer seemed low, but for someone with the space it looks to be in even better condition.
And I can gladly take pictures etc and share when they arrive. I’ll definitely need help learning to work on them to keep them running, no doubt.
Chris - congrats on landing this dreamy set! Feel free to hit me up if you have any questions or concerns as you dive into your '57. The restoration of my '58 is still fairly front of mind.
Ben
Ben
repairguy
Well-known member
Congratulations! That is a very nice set. Thanks for sharing that you were the winner and share all that you want about that set including many pictures. We’ll do all we can to help you along the way with these.
1957 GE washer and dryer
Congratulations Christopher. I’m glad you got these. They are very unusual probably the only set in color still in existence. In this kind of condition out there.
The factory suds saver system on this machine was very complicated but it’s not terribly difficult to rig up a suds saving system and have a little electric return pump. I did it when I was younger on automatic washers that did not have a suds saver and we used the systems for many years.
It’s always difficult with these auctions. I’m sorry I did not know that someone from AW was bidding on them as I am the one that added the last $500 to them bringing my maximum bed up to 2520.
This is always been an interesting dilemma. Sometimes we knew who is bidding against each other and I would’ve backed off. Of course it’s not fair to the seller. And I did not announce that I was bidding either.
I am very familiar with the dryer and can help with any problems you have with that less familiar with the washer Ben in Iowa restored the 58 GE washer and dryer that I sold to him and he certainly can help with the washer.
Best of luck with them keep us informed and how they work out.
John
Congratulations Christopher. I’m glad you got these. They are very unusual probably the only set in color still in existence. In this kind of condition out there.
The factory suds saver system on this machine was very complicated but it’s not terribly difficult to rig up a suds saving system and have a little electric return pump. I did it when I was younger on automatic washers that did not have a suds saver and we used the systems for many years.
It’s always difficult with these auctions. I’m sorry I did not know that someone from AW was bidding on them as I am the one that added the last $500 to them bringing my maximum bed up to 2520.
This is always been an interesting dilemma. Sometimes we knew who is bidding against each other and I would’ve backed off. Of course it’s not fair to the seller. And I did not announce that I was bidding either.
I am very familiar with the dryer and can help with any problems you have with that less familiar with the washer Ben in Iowa restored the 58 GE washer and dryer that I sold to him and he certainly can help with the washer.
Best of luck with them keep us informed and how they work out.
John
Thanks all for the kind words of support! I will undoubtedly need the support both technically and emotionally lol.
To add to the trauma, the shipper arrived early and I woke up to my card kept getting declined as a fraud alert which took 45 minutes back and forth to finally get the bank to let’s the charges hit
. There have been several moments where I thought dear god this the the epitome of a stranded investment, if either the shipping or the purchase go sideways.
Also, if anyone is interested, I added the link for the dryer in Texas ( maybe for Repairguy?
). The guy seems like he deals in used washers and dryers informally based on his limited FB profile. He was communicative at first but stopped bothering after I started asking to many questions.
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To add to the trauma, the shipper arrived early and I woke up to my card kept getting declined as a fraud alert which took 45 minutes back and forth to finally get the bank to let’s the charges hit
. There have been several moments where I thought dear god this the the epitome of a stranded investment, if either the shipping or the purchase go sideways.Also, if anyone is interested, I added the link for the dryer in Texas ( maybe for Repairguy?
). The guy seems like he deals in used washers and dryers informally based on his limited FB profile. He was communicative at first but stopped bothering after I started asking to many questions. Log into Facebook
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Congratulations Chris!!
GE
Best of luck with this set
Best of luck with this set
Faith in humanity restored!
Well far as AW.org goes anyway. *LOL*
Congrats on nabbing this wonderful and rare set.
Like how you operate: quietly, effectively and efficiently.
Am gobsmacked you found a shipper going from PA that far out NW. Yes, sometimes Ushippers can try one's patience, but as you yourself said at some point they've got you so that's that.
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Well far as AW.org goes anyway. *LOL*
Congrats on nabbing this wonderful and rare set.
Like how you operate: quietly, effectively and efficiently.
Am gobsmacked you found a shipper going from PA that far out NW. Yes, sometimes Ushippers can try one's patience, but as you yourself said at some point they've got you so that's that.
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These are very exciting, congratulations on your auction win.
