Does anyone have pictures of the TOL WP Imperial models for 58 and 59 that they could post? I would love to see the changes in design that were made.Thanks
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1958 - 59 styling changes
I have a copy of an ad for the 1958 top-of-the-line Whirlpool on my computer at work, but I don't think it's big enough to show the console details. I also have some pictures of an actual 1959 Whirlpool Imperial; it seems to me that the 1959 Imperial more closely resembles the 1957 Imperial (the latter of which happens to be today's picture of the day, 12/29). The 1958 Imperial, I thought, had a sort of "dial up menu" of temperature and water level choices. If you'd e-mail me directly, I'll attach the 1958 ad and the 1959 pictures to the e-mail. Again, I think the 1958 ad is too small a copy to see much detail. [email protected]
I have a copy of an ad for the 1958 top-of-the-line Whirlpool on my computer at work, but I don't think it's big enough to show the console details. I also have some pictures of an actual 1959 Whirlpool Imperial; it seems to me that the 1959 Imperial more closely resembles the 1957 Imperial (the latter of which happens to be today's picture of the day, 12/29). The 1958 Imperial, I thought, had a sort of "dial up menu" of temperature and water level choices. If you'd e-mail me directly, I'll attach the 1958 ad and the 1959 pictures to the e-mail. Again, I think the 1958 ad is too small a copy to see much detail. [email protected]
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I would love to see those whirlpools also is it possible foe you to email me those pictures with whirlpool in the subject line
Thank you
Peter
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I would love to see those whirlpools also is it possible foe you to email me those pictures with whirlpool in the subject line
Thank you
Peter
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ME TOOOO!!! Manoravenue 
Please e mail me a set also. [email protected]
Thank you!
I think the Whirlpool machines from the 1950's and early 1960's were just so cool looking! This one looks really nice with the white/gold/chrome and pink combination. One of my favorites.
Does anyone know why the WP models changed to the "flat front' style cabinet in 1957. While Kenmore stayed with the "rounded front" style cabinet until 1960? (triva question of the day)
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Rick
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Thank you!
I think the Whirlpool machines from the 1950's and early 1960's were just so cool looking! This one looks really nice with the white/gold/chrome and pink combination. One of my favorites.
Does anyone know why the WP models changed to the "flat front' style cabinet in 1957. While Kenmore stayed with the "rounded front" style cabinet until 1960? (triva question of the day)
Thank you,
Rick
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Whirlpool change from round to flat-front cabinet
Without meaning to insult any fans of Kenmore (and I love 'em all), was the change from the rounded cabinet to the flat cabinet by Whirlpool early on somewhat of a modernization for those who were more financially affluent? Kenmore being sold by Sears which was more geared towards middle America, maybe they left the "older" styling for those who couldn't afford the higher Whirlpool prices? Sort of the way the more budget-priced models in various General Motors automobile lines used to retain older styling features while the top-of-the-line models received the most modern styles/inovations? Just a guess...
Without meaning to insult any fans of Kenmore (and I love 'em all), was the change from the rounded cabinet to the flat cabinet by Whirlpool early on somewhat of a modernization for those who were more financially affluent? Kenmore being sold by Sears which was more geared towards middle America, maybe they left the "older" styling for those who couldn't afford the higher Whirlpool prices? Sort of the way the more budget-priced models in various General Motors automobile lines used to retain older styling features while the top-of-the-line models received the most modern styles/inovations? Just a guess...
Thank you George
Thanks so much for the pics of the GE,Kenmore and WP washers.
I particularly liked the 58 WP from what i could make out.I have to say though,i don't think i have seen a vintage washer i didn't like.
Thanks so much for the pics of the GE,Kenmore and WP washers.
I particularly liked the 58 WP from what i could make out.I have to say though,i don't think i have seen a vintage washer i didn't like.
Whirlpool change from round to flat-front cabinet
certainly sounds reasonable. WP seemed to charge more for their machines then their sister KM with comparable features.
That is probably why i have seen more KM then WP machines growing up.I think people got more value for the dollar with KM.
I think KM also had better styling throughout the sixties and early seventies.Either way WP always made out.
certainly sounds reasonable. WP seemed to charge more for their machines then their sister KM with comparable features.
That is probably why i have seen more KM then WP machines growing up.I think people got more value for the dollar with KM.
I think KM also had better styling throughout the sixties and early seventies.Either way WP always made out.
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WP cabinet changes to modern
I think you are right. Perhaps it was a way for WP to get an "edge" on Kenmore. Whatever the reason was,it makes it harder to "date" the Whirlpools. It is interesting to notice how WP started to move the controls all to the right side of the console by 1959. That move sort of "paved" the way for the console styling for the 1960's I had a beautiful 1961 Whirlpool and the console was set up this way also. I think they stuck with this console setup until 1969 or perhaps even later. The early ones were the coolest though! What year did they do away with the spring loaded lid,that opened with the lighted button on the front? Anyone know that one?
Rick
I think you are right. Perhaps it was a way for WP to get an "edge" on Kenmore. Whatever the reason was,it makes it harder to "date" the Whirlpools. It is interesting to notice how WP started to move the controls all to the right side of the console by 1959. That move sort of "paved" the way for the console styling for the 1960's I had a beautiful 1961 Whirlpool and the console was set up this way also. I think they stuck with this console setup until 1969 or perhaps even later. The early ones were the coolest though! What year did they do away with the spring loaded lid,that opened with the lighted button on the front? Anyone know that one?
Rick
looks like 58
From the pictures that were posted,it seems like 58 was the last year for this feature.The first slant back control panel models that WP offered in the late 60's were nice also.
From the pictures that were posted,it seems like 58 was the last year for this feature.The first slant back control panel models that WP offered in the late 60's were nice also.
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At your convenience I would love to have a copy of those pictures also.
That era Whirlpool/Kenmore washers fascinates me.
Thank you and Happy New Year!
Dick_S.
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At your convenience I would love to have a copy of those pictures also.
That era Whirlpool/Kenmore washers fascinates me.
Thank you and Happy New Year!
Dick_S.
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pulsator-power
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cabinet changes
Here are some other thoughts:
Since WP builds Kenmore, maybe contractually they had to supply the same design for X number of units & years & units.
Anyone know if at that time Whirlpool built for any other manufacturer?
Also, in the early 60's, Whirlpool started the Polyclean Centers- laundromat/dry cleaning, which were very bright & modernly styled. Maybe the squared off cabinets were a better fit for the look.
Jerry
Here are some other thoughts:
Since WP builds Kenmore, maybe contractually they had to supply the same design for X number of units & years & units.
Anyone know if at that time Whirlpool built for any other manufacturer?
Also, in the early 60's, Whirlpool started the Polyclean Centers- laundromat/dry cleaning, which were very bright & modernly styled. Maybe the squared off cabinets were a better fit for the look.
Jerry
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Changes from 1958 to 1959
Seems as though the years from 1958 to 1959 were the years for major changes even in the auto industry; as with the change from the button-operated lids on the Whirlpools, the 1959 GM models had much more cheaply manufactured interior door handles and a lot of other corner-cutting features than the 1958's. As with the Whirlpools, the great auto styling was still there, but it was evident that inflated costs were becoming the norm and changes had to be made somewhere to keep from elevating the prices too badly.
Seems as though the years from 1958 to 1959 were the years for major changes even in the auto industry; as with the change from the button-operated lids on the Whirlpools, the 1959 GM models had much more cheaply manufactured interior door handles and a lot of other corner-cutting features than the 1958's. As with the Whirlpools, the great auto styling was still there, but it was evident that inflated costs were becoming the norm and changes had to be made somewhere to keep from elevating the prices too badly.
I would love to see those pictures too, but wouldn't it be easier to post them here?
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1959 Whirlpool pictures
You can tell I'm right on the cutting edge of technology; never thought of posting the pictures here as I wasn't sure I could make it work!
You can tell I'm right on the cutting edge of technology; never thought of posting the pictures here as I wasn't sure I could make it work!
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1959 Whirlpool picture
1959 Whirlpool console; a contemplated purchase that fell through.
1959 Whirlpool console; a contemplated purchase that fell through.
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1959 Whirlpool pictures
Detail of timer dial area of console
Detail of timer dial area of console
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