I'm a mom of 3 boys and a dog and have been looking for a new, as you call it, daily driver. My kenmore, what we could afford a few years back, has now broken down twice and has never done a good job on the dog hair. I've been remembering my mother's old electrolux--and was prepared to spend the big bucks on a new one. After reading your posts, however, I became convinced that if I could find an old electrolux in good repair I'd be happy. THANK YOU! I found a super j today from a local vac guy who's been in business for 40 years. I am so excited--I owe you all big thanks.