What vintage is this GE washer?

[bellalaundry]

Just found this on Kijiji. The link takes you to the ad with more pics.

Guy

http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...s-dryers-Vintage-GE-Washer-W0QQAdIdZ405067905

 

[tecnopolis]

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[turquoisedude]

1957

If I am not mistaken! Guy, are going for this, 'cause if not.... LOL

 

[bajaespuma]

Eh Merde, alors!

It is a WA-855P; made in 1957. Damn! Why'd it have to be across the border?!?! I'd grab that if I were you. First GE "Straight-Line Look" model ( I guess the term, "Sheer Look" had already been copyrighted) with control panel raised on pedestals. Looks in OK shape, but you can use some of that wear and tear to negotiate a fair price. And we knew it was sold in Canada because,

 

[turquoisedude]

Très impressionant, Ken! I can't recall seeing a French-language GE ad of this vintage before. Lots of 60s stuff, but never a 50s model!
So Guy???

 

[pulltostart]

Very nice find!

lawrence

 

[bellalaundry]

Hey Paul...

It's all yours...won't fit down my stairs. The stuff I take home is usually small portables. Go for it!

Guy

 

[turquoisedude]

Just sent an email to the seller! Company policy about use of non-work-related websites be damned!! LOL