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Post# 222997   3/10/2013 at 22:09 (4,035 days old) by jd1234 ()        

Hey I'm new to this I was trying to find out if my vacuum cleaner which is an Electrolux model1205 I was seeing if it was worth anything?

Post# 223005 , Reply# 1   3/10/2013 at 22:59 (4,035 days old) by electromatik (Taylorsville, North Carolina, U.S.A.)        

Depends on the condition. That one is a worthy collecting vac because it was a new design and radically different than the ones before. I don't think any vacuum is worth a fortune but some can fetch more than others.

Post# 223081 , Reply# 2   3/11/2013 at 11:56 (4,034 days old) by jd1234 ()        
Hey

Hey it is good condition everything still works roll up cord eject button all accessories hose looks new just a few dings where it has been used

Post# 223143 , Reply# 3   3/11/2013 at 15:44 (4,034 days old) by electromatik (Taylorsville, North Carolina, U.S.A.)        

Sounds good to me. Do you want to sell it? What price were you going to put on it. A lot of people sell thier vacs on Ebay and Craigslist. You should be able to get something for that if it works. I've seen Electrolux vacuums sell for $300 on Ebay if they are in good condition.

Post# 223185 , Reply# 4   3/11/2013 at 18:55 (4,034 days old) by jd1234 ()        

Yeah I can send you pictures of it if interested

Post# 223188 , Reply# 5   3/11/2013 at 18:58 (4,034 days old) by electromatik (Taylorsville, North Carolina, U.S.A.)        

I would be interested if I had any spare money. However, if I were you I'd take pics and put it up for sale on ebay. Also, create another thread and state you wish to sell it here. Someone might make you an offer.

Post# 223202 , Reply# 6   3/11/2013 at 19:45 (4,034 days old) by jd1234 ()        

What you think is a fair price what would you pay

Post# 223230 , Reply# 7   3/11/2013 at 22:46 (4,034 days old) by floor-a-matic (somewhere)        

Will $50 be OK?

Post# 223269 , Reply# 8   3/12/2013 at 10:07 (4,033 days old) by jd1234 ()        

200?

Post# 223271 , Reply# 9   3/12/2013 at 10:17 (4,033 days old) by rugsucker (Elizabethton TN)        
$$-??

This is a good vac for seller and potential buyer to agree on a price.However highest prices do tend to go to examples with original box,instructions,correct color hose,etc.I use this and older Luxes daily that still work great.Good luck to all as it finds a new home to clean.

Post# 223341 , Reply# 10   3/12/2013 at 21:00 (4,033 days old) by jd1234 ()        

Would you be interested in buying trying to get rid of soon if not going to the dump

Post# 223372 , Reply# 11   3/13/2013 at 11:05 (4,032 days old) by s31463221 (Frenchburg, KY)        
Justin

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I have to agree with Jimmy (rugsucker) on this one. If you go to eBay and search for "Electrolux 1205" you will see the vacuums selling anywhere from $18.00 to approx $50.00, just depends on attachments, power nozzle, etc. I have a 1205 that I gave $100 for but it is in its original box, all paperwork, owners manual, all attachments still wrapped in plastic, unit looks like it was barely ever turned on, etc.

Not trying to discourage you here, but most of us as collectors won't pay a premium price for a vacuum cleaner, especially one as common as a 1205 unless its in excellent condition, original box/paperwork etc. I hope that helps you some. Thanks!

Steve


Post# 223426 , Reply# 12   3/13/2013 at 19:29 (4,032 days old) by jd1234 ()        

Well I looked at eBay and they want 50 just for the hose

Post# 223508 , Reply# 13   3/14/2013 at 11:50 (4,031 days old) by rugsucker (Elizabethton TN)        
$50 hose-

A good hose can have a $50 value.There can also be a difference of looks good and performs well.The brown hose shown is about 1982.If it is airtight and has good electrical contact for power nozzle it will be a plus on this Elux.To test hose-Put clean bag in vac,turn on and feel suction at door,then add hose and feel suction again at end of hose.Should be same but with time and wear can lose suction.Then connect power nozzle and see if it runs without hesitating as hose is flexed back and forth including at ends.As above this can be a commonly found vac because it was a good and popular model.And should continue to be good in a new home.Again,best wishes to seller and buyer.

Post# 223515 , Reply# 14   3/14/2013 at 12:51 (4,031 days old) by caligula (Wallingford, Connecticut)        
Nozzle in back is not Electrolux.

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It goes to a Compact! Aside from that everything looks original. I have a 1205, or I'd grab it in a heartbeat. This model is very special to me, because it's the first ones I ever sold. I'm not that fond of Electrolux after the LX, but the G, and the 1205, those were great machines. Here's a look at my 1205, plus a lot of others. The one on the bottom speaks for itself, a cut-out of how the model LXI ejector works.

Good luck on selling your 1205.

Alex Taber.



Post# 230230 , Reply# 15   4/27/2013 at 09:38 (3,987 days old) by jd1234 ()        

Last chance to get his make an offer or it's goin in the dumps I know y'all respect these things but I have no use for it it's gtg

Post# 230466 , Reply# 16   4/28/2013 at 23:24 (3,986 days old) by Human (Pines of Carolina)        

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I've got one that I picked up at Goodwill for $20 with a full set of accessories. The handle on the hose was cracked, but I eventually found a good replacement. It was my primary vac until I found my Kirby G-Six out by the dumpster.

Just a suggestion--if you can't sell it, why not donate it to Goodwill or some other thrift store instead of throwing it away. Somebody will be glad to get it.


Post# 230576 , Reply# 17   4/29/2013 at 20:00 (3,985 days old) by djtaylor (Salt Lake City, Utah)        

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Clearly jd1234 only wants to make 'bank' and does not care about anything else. He does not understand anything about value verses worth. Since he can't get a boat load of money for his 1205 he is going to take his anger out on the vacuum. That's just sad. I hate to see a good vintage vacuum being tossed in the trash, but there is really nobody stupid enough to pay $200 plus shipping for a 1205.
Sad, just really sad.


Post# 230597 , Reply# 18   4/30/2013 at 02:14 (3,985 days old) by vacbear58 (Sutton In Ashfield & London)        
Power nozzle

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A couple of years ago (just for a lark LOLOL) I tried fitting a power nozzle to one of these Larks (or Hooverette as they were called here) and it actually worked quite well, to the extent that I would have almost made provision for a PN on the cleaner (it works but its not the best example I have).

Al


Post# 230633 , Reply# 19   4/30/2013 at 10:21 (3,984 days old) by kirbytradition7 (Denver (Aurora), CO, USA)        

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I am still very interested in it. (Remember when I asked about shipping to Calgary?) Did you ever find out how much shipping would be?

If you don't get a new home for it, please donate it to some thrift store somewhere around you so someone else can enjoy it (rare treasures like Electroluxes do attract thrift store shoppers too).



Post# 230921 , Reply# 20   5/2/2013 at 10:29 (3,982 days old) by jd1234 ()        

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Post# 232681 , Reply# 21   5/14/2013 at 14:09 (3,970 days old) by kirbytradition7 (Denver (Aurora), CO, USA)        
Is this still available?

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Have you found out about shipping to me in Canada yet?

Post# 232692 , Reply# 22   5/14/2013 at 15:52 (3,970 days old) by vacman1961 (North Babylon, New York)        

Floor-A-Matic offered you $50.00, why would you throw away a decent vacuum if someone offered you $50.00 for it? I know you mentioned you seen hoses on eBay for $50.00, but your hose on your machine is from 1980, it is from the Olympia One model, chances are it is shot, those old braided hoses dry out and are worthless. $50.00 is a fair price for such a common model vacuum, or like one of the other members suggested, donate it to good will or the salvation army, let someone else profit by it instead of just throwing it out. Just my opinion.


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