Thread Number: 39838  /  Tag: 50s/60s/70s Vacuum Cleaners
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Post# 422923   4/7/2020 at 12:05 (1,479 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

I just got this and thought I would share with all. Will be arriving in post in next few days. Not entirely sure when this was made but I think early 50s.

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Post# 423103 , Reply# 1   4/9/2020 at 23:34 (1,476 days old) by Collector2 (Moose Jaw, Sk)        

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Hi Gary

The Electrolux model 62 was made from 1957-59. If I remember correctly it was their first machine to have the option of disposable paper bags. From the picture it appears to be pretty much complete. The only thing I don't see is the small nozzle and instruction book.

Post# 423122 , Reply# 2   4/10/2020 at 05:00 (1,476 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

Hi Douglas,

I have added a few extra from listing. (Thanks to seller) Everything is there and seeing these in this type of condition is super rare indeed. Being used for the purpose intended most of these have not survived the ages intact or original. I honestly believe this particular example has not had much use at all in it's lifetime.

It is a rare treat for any collector. I love the 1950s and have a few kitchen items in daily use yet pristine still. I see many vintage Lux models online that have parts missing or replaced. Many occasions the hose is different or badly damaged.

I view your extensive and amazing collection often and I must say it is a labour of love and enthusiasm. I love that you have a few British models that I know well.

Thanks for your response. Message anytime,

Gary.

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Post# 423123 , Reply# 3   4/10/2020 at 05:03 (1,476 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

BTW Thanks for the info. Very helpful. I figured sometime in 50s but was not quite sure.

Post# 423176 , Reply# 4   4/11/2020 at 13:53 (1,475 days old) by watsonw (Newport, Shropshire, UK)        
Welcome.

 Hello,

I don't think I have seen you posting on vacuumland before, if you are new to the site then welcome indeed.

I had not long bought my first pc and signed up for ebay and paypal, 2007? when I spotted a near mint 62. your hose is just that bit better (envious!!) I stripped it down and serviced it. it runs well. I have all the tools including unused; crevice nozzle, sprayer with bottle of shampoo, boxed turbo polisher with tin of polish and rug insert.

A very stylish cleaner last appearing in the WHICH magazine of April 1960 and being given a high score (where still available) only beaten by the all new z65 which offered as quoted: " the convenience of dual action tools".

I have lux models: 5,10,11,12,16,18,25,55,60,norvac,65s(early(NIB) and late versions) 65, Z80(NIB) Trident 156, volta 130(mint and boxed).

YES I LOVE PRE 1970 LUXES!!!!

I have many other vintage vacs in my collection...….106 in total including the contempary house machines.


Congratulations on your win and enjoy.

Regards, Walter, Shropshire W Mids.

Post# 423445 , Reply# 5   4/14/2020 at 03:38 (1,472 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

Hello Walter,

I wonder if your Lux 62 is the same one I lost out to?? I remember the seller saying he was thankful for my bidding increasing the final price. My disappointment made me more determined to find one someday. That day finally came and hopefully it will arrive today or tomorrow as was dispatched before Easter holidays.

My previous account was hoover119dude but not remembering the password could not log in. Had been away for a few years and it slipped my mind. I decided to open a new ID as I always had a space in my heart for the Lux models. I was moving to a studio flat so had to sell the vacs as there was no room to keep them and storage units are costly.

The only other vac I have is a Hoover 375 that is white, black and grey so was a rebuild possibly 60s. If my home was bigger it would have been possible to keep all of them. I have had so many over the years but am sure they went to good homes and part of collections.

My favourite decade is the 50s so this Lux along with the many small appliances I have my flat will look great in time. I also have an old radio coming in few days from 1950s as well. My passion is in old vacs but space issues will keep me from acquiring any but I find myself still looking online and here looking at other collections as it is great to see what others have. Some collections are fantastic.

It is nice to hear from collectors here as we are few compared to the U.S. I lived there for many years so am familiar with most of their vac models. It would be great to have meetings like they do as would be so good to meet others with the same interests. If you are at a loose end sometime you can email me as it would be great to stay in touch with others.

Have a great day and stay safe.

Gary.



Post# 423697 , Reply# 6   4/18/2020 at 05:31 (1,468 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

Hi Walter.

Your lux Z80 (MIB) sounds like the one I saw on ebay a few years back. I knew it would go for a good price but I did not have the funds then to bid. The seller stated that their aunt had purchased it new and never took it out of box. Why that happens I might never know as they were expensive back then.

My mother had the same model purchased in 1966 at Currys in Southbourne. She said it was top of the range when purchased.

As far as Lux models go my Z-62 and your Z-80 are my favourite British models. They really were the best cylinder cleaners around at those times. Modern vacs just don't have the looks or appeal as the oldies.

I guess companies don't need to rely on looks or appeal anymore which is obvious as modern vacs have neither. They work well for a short time then then to the tip they go. I honestly don't see any collectable value in them at all no matter how hard I try. They are not made very well so I can't see them surviving the ages like the old ones.

I love my 62!! It is one handsome fella indeed!! It has survived the years practically mint and looks great!!

I hope we can meet up someday,

Gary.


Post# 423727 , Reply# 7   4/18/2020 at 22:12 (1,467 days old) by Collector2 (Moose Jaw, Sk)        

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Hi Gary:

Nice. Yours is more complete than the one I have then (Mine has a replacement hose). Glad you like the web page. Feel free to give me a yell if you need any info.

Doug

Post# 423768 , Reply# 8   4/19/2020 at 16:42 (1,467 days old) by watsonw (Newport, Shropshire, UK)        
The Aunt's BNIB Z80.

 Hello Gary,

Yes my 80 is that very machine. A very naught but very nice indulgence. I was eight years old when the 80 superseded the 65. I remember the 100 on the market but not the 80? Short production run (1967-9) when it was replaced by the first version of the 94 which had the same floor/carpet nozzle but a 550 watt motor, 50 watts higher than the 80.

I share your feelings about modern cleaners; even lux quality was dropping towards the late 1970s.

The last really good lux cylinder was the 350E; mid 1980s?.

We have two lux upright twin turbo Z1070A (the last of the 500 format) which with basic regular maintenance run well, as it was a good overall design. Both were bought in an argos sale in 1995.

By the way, I sent you an email did you receive it as I have been experiencing difficulties with my emails being received?


Regards, Walter.

Post# 423780 , Reply# 9   4/19/2020 at 18:31 (1,467 days old) by Paul (USA)        

Congratulations, Gary. That's a sharp looking all-original ensemble! The light gray & dark green is quite attractive. I admire how many consumers in past decades took care of their belongings and obviously kept their homes ship-shape as evidenced by such complete sets of vintage items. Wasn't it worth the wait?!

I've never seen a dusting brush like the one in your photo.

Is it equipped with an air filter? If not, are those easy to obtain, or was the design changed too many years ago?

______

Fyi, here's a Electrolux UK List of Cleaners I found on another Vacuumland thread. I wasn't able to find another one that's more complete:

Electrolux (UK) Ltd. List of Vacuum Cleaners

(All are tanks unless otherwise noted.)

1921: Model V (reddish-brown leatherette)
1922: Model VI (reddish-brown leatherette)
1926: Model X (dark greenish-gray leatherette)
1926: Model XI (dark greenish-gray leatherette)
1930: Model XII (brown or black leatherette)
1933-45: Model Z15/Z25 (bottle green, black grained leatherette)
1933: Model 16 (blue, black grained leatherette)
1934-35: Model Z18 (red, black grained leatherette)
1934-35: Model Z24 (red & blue mottled leatherette)
1946-48: Model 116/7 (blue crackle paint; lt. grey leatherette)
1946-49: Model 30 (reddish-brown, black grained leatherette)
1949-56: Model 55 (grey leatherette w/crocodile markings leatherette)
1951-56: Model 48 (reddish-brown w/black grain leatherette)
1957-60: Model 60 (red, black, & white multi-fleck leatherette w/matching trim)
1957-59: Model 62 (lt. grey horizontal ribbed plastic, dark green trim)
1960: Model 64 (ivory horizontal ribbed plastic, sepia trim)
1960: Model 65 (rose red horizontal ribbed plastic, ivory trim)
1965: Model U.137 “Challenge” (lt. grey horizontal ribbed plastic, maroon trim)
1965: Model U.138 “Challenge” (lt. grey horizontal ribbed plastic, maroon trim)
1965: U136 “Trident” (blue-grey horizontal ribbed plastic, lt. grey trim)
1965-68: Model Automatic ZC90 (sage green horizontal ribbed plastic, lt. grey trim)
1967-69: Model 80 (Windsor blue plastic, lt. grey trim)
1967-70: Model 77 (Cambridge blue plastic, lt. grey trim)
1967-69: Model Upright 152 (sage green & lt. grey plastic, lt. grey buffer--upright)
1968-70: Model Automatic 100 (deep sea green plastic, lt. grey & orange trim)
1969-71: Model 91 (flame red plastic, lt. grey trim)
1969-70: Model Upright 160 (mushroom & lt. grey plastic/lt. grey buffer--upright)
1970-79: Model 87 (oatmeal plastic, lt. grey & brown trim)
1970-73: Model Automatic 310 (beige plastic, brown & orange trim/accents)
1970: Model Upright 170 (saffron & lt. grey, lt. grey buffer)
1971-74: Model 94 (Windsor blue plastic, lt. grey trim)
1971-75: Model Twin 500 (medium grey plastic, saxe blue buffer & trim--upright)
1972-75: Model Automatic 330 (charcoal grey plastic; lt. grey, metallic & red trim/accents)
1974-79: Model 302 (pale beige plastic, tan trim)
1974-79: Model 305 (pale ivory plastic; lt. grey, brown, & tangerine trim/accents)
1974: Model 101/Luxomatic (deep sea green plastic, lt. grey & orange trim/accents)
1974: Twin 504 Super (rich golden yellow plastic, midnight blue & brushed aluminum trim--upright)
1975: Model Automatic 345 (brown plastic; brown, dark brown, & metallic trim/accents)
1975: Twin 502 (avocado green plastic, dark brown buffer--upright)
1979: Model 312 (mustard yellow plastic; mustard yellow & dark brown trim/accents)
1979: Model 96 (jasmine yellow plastic w/matching trim)
1979: Model 303 (black plastic w/red trim)

Post# 423812 , Reply# 10   4/20/2020 at 04:34 (1,466 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

Hi Paul.

I added a pic from instruction book to show how filter is installed. I also have a new never used included in the purchase. I am reluctant to use it as they are virtually impossible to find I'm sure.

Now that it is here I will have to add my own photos.

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Post# 423813 , Reply# 11   4/20/2020 at 04:35 (1,466 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

Instruction book.

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Post# 423814 , Reply# 12   4/20/2020 at 05:15 (1,466 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

Paul.

The dusting brush is unusual now you mention it. I don't know of any other model having this other than the Australian version colour(blueberry & wine). Maybe it was made just for this model? Not entirely sure. Maybe someone might else know more?

The list you posted is very comprehensive and helpful.

Photo 1

My Z62

Photo 2

Australian version

Note crevice tool is different between the two models.





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Post# 423826 , Reply# 13   4/20/2020 at 13:50 (1,466 days old) by watsonw (Newport, Shropshire, UK)        
Austrailian crevice nozzle more of..

 ...a cone for close cleaning without scratching/marking.

First seen on the z30 of 1948, then the junior model electrux 48, z55, the junior model z60 to the z62 and finally the early version of the junior model z64 the senior model being the z65 until the TOTL became the z90 in 1965-67.

LOVE the ausy 62 hose!

Gary, I have received your email.


Regards.

Post# 423833 , Reply# 14   4/20/2020 at 14:54 (1,466 days old) by gsheen (Cape Town South Africa)        

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That is a beautiful machine and very complete.

Only enough I am currently taking apart the motor of a Za55 which is basically the same machine save some trim and other updates

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Post# 423835 , Reply# 15   4/20/2020 at 15:10 (1,466 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

gsheen,

Hopefully you can post pics when done. I like the covering on the z55. I saw one on ebay a few weeks back all complete and original which is rare now.

I don't know why but they did not survive the ages as well as other models. Almost always the hose was a replacement or the name on one side was always missing or different attachments. When I do see the original hose it is always badly frayed. I guess the quality was not as good as later models. With those the hose is usually intact.

Keep us posted on your progress.

Gary.

Post# 423926 , Reply# 16   4/21/2020 at 21:52 (1,464 days old) by Paul (USA)        

Gary,

You're welcome for the list; I thought you'd appreciate it. I, for one, wish it went to 1998, the year that AB Electrolux and Lux International dissolved their nearly 80-year union. Since that time, of course, AB Electrolux has used entirely different styles as Lux had been its surface care division.

I'd never had an interest in Electrolux across the pond until reading posts like yours with photos, background, and stories. So thank you for sharing!

I like both color combinations of the Z62; although, "blueberry & wine" sounds more appealing than ivory & green (albeit one could think of it as something such as "vanilla & creme de menthe" :)! I'm guessing that using two different color sets instead of one was necessary to keep parts from getting mixed together. Our U.S. affiliate seems to have most often used color changes of the same model to indicate upgrades or changes.

Comparing and contrasting is one of my interests, so I appreciate your pointing out the different styles of crevice tools between the two countries' versions of the Z62. Regarding the unique dusting brush, perhaps it was a trial production that failed the test; or maybe another design was more cost effective such as the combination dusting brush/upholstery tool.

Glad you received an air filter with your purchase. I wanted to mention it in case you were unaware of it as some are. I enjoyed looking at the pictures of the instruction book, too. The illustrations have the same '50s flair of U.S. artists, which intrigues me. Sometimes the pond seems so small!

If you're willing and able, I'd like to see all the pages of the publication for noting the similarities and differences of it and those in the U.S. of the late 1950s.



Post# 424070 , Reply# 17   4/23/2020 at 15:40 (1,463 days old) by luxz80 (England)        

Paul,

I will try to upload the pages as soon as I can. I agree the dusting brush must have been only for that model and the OZ counterpart. As you said they might have came up with the new combo tool to save production costs.

As for the crevice tool I prefer the skinny version as to the chunky version. The Z55 model before mine had the same chunky tool as well. The skinny seems more stylish and more like the ones I have always known.

I have seen many like mine over the years but none like this one.

I sure do love my lux!!!

Gary.


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