Local Resale Shop

[DADoES]

Went by a local resale shop this afternoon. There's a GE Filter-Flo pair $295 or $160 for the washer (model WWA5600BALAD), no significant rusting on the cabinet exterior, filter pan included, standard capacity, ramp Activator, one-speed, toggles for 3 levels / 3 temps, Regular & Perm Press cycles, needs cleaning. Also a Whirlpool Calypso for $295, lid bumpers missing (some rusting at the front corners and hinges), front logo missing, needs cleaning.

I'm interested in the Filter-Flo but $160 seems high, don't know how much negotiation is possible. A Calypso would also be fun, but $295 is wayyy too much considering how iffy are they.

 

[tomturbomatic]

Those are what my brother termed "Bend Over" prices.

 

[DADoES]

Calypso

I checked Sears and Whirlpool web sites a few mins ago, the Calypso models are not listed, which I'd say makes them a modern collectible now. What does one look for during examination of a used specimen to determine whether it's a yea or nay? There may or may not be electric and/or water available to do a run test.

 

[tolivac]

I found a Calypso at one of the appliance swap shops out here-turned it down immediately--Black cabinet body-and a WHITE control panel!!BOJACK??Its like they made up one from two.I wouldn't think that would be original.I can't remember what they wanted for it.

 

[gansky1]

With no electric to give it a brief test, it's hard to diagnose a Calypso - I wouldn't pay much for one without a quick "spin cycle test" to see if the motor, pump, etc. could be heard. On the spin only cycle, the wash-plate should nutate for a few seconds before settling into spin position and you can whip the lid open to catch it for a fast visual.

Calypsos are no longer available from Whirlpool but I suspect plenty of them will start showing up at thrifts and appliance-store junk piles. While a decent washer, I doubt people will do a whole lot of expensive repairs on them - just like everything now...

 

[DADoES]

I vaguely recall an extension cord hanging over some stuff so I imagine there's electric for a test run. I think there was a garden hose outside an open door. Is some sort of water test a good idea? Fill it from the hose, see if it recirculates and drains? I'd like to have a Calypso for collectibility if nothing else, but I'd prefer it be a working specimen, or workable.

I printed the opening page from www.calypsosettlement.com for negotiation ammunition. LOL.

 

[gansky1]

If you have access to water and they'll allow you to test it - go for it. These aren't too difficult to work on and every part needed should be available.

You're right about the collectability, people won't save these like Precious Moments statues that's for sure!