Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

Apparently there's a new Dyson model that will be launched in February at the VDTA Convention.  I don't know any further specifics on whether or not it's going to be a canister or upright, but apparently all attendees of the show will be able to see it and place their orders.  I wonder if the $899 pricetag will be a detriment to sales, or are Americans willing to pay a premium for superior performance and space-age motor technology?

Has anyone else heard anything yet?  I'm curious to know what it is as I bought the DC21 right when it came out in March.  That and the DC17 are the only ones that impressed me so far, it will be interesting to see how this one is.

Motorhead wrote:

Is Target the only retailer scrubbing the DC07/DC14?  Or, are others following suit?  Or don't you know for sure?  I've heard some rumors from the grapevine about dyson and just wondering if others heard too.

Carmine D.

How do you think the 1914 Cadillac you showed us from ebay on another forum would compare with the Dyson?!  (only kidding)

I share a Texas connection with you.  Lived in Houston for a year and 13 years in Fort Worth, where I graduated from TCU a long time ago!  Went from 6th grade through college bachelors degree in Texas.

You present very interesting, intelligent, and clear information in your posts.  Thanks for sharing.

MH,

I think I have confused you with another vacuum enthusiast.  My apologies.

CarmineD wrote:

How very true........

Attention all!

DYSON DC23

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DC23, now that's interesting, I wonder what it will be in relation to the DC22?  Guess we'll have to wait and see...

mole wrote:

Hello Mole:

It's safe to say, without contradiction, that US consumers hold higher priced appliances including vacuums to higher standards. 

Carmine D.

Hi Carmine,you very well know what i'm talking about,after the consumer plunks 500.00 plus for a cleaner and feels like they been had[taken in by the hype],they find it very difficult to spend their hard earned dollars on another high priced vacuum,Using dyson for example, 500.00 plus for a cleaner that lasts no longer than a run of the mill hoover tempo,panasonic upright, etc,that costs under the 100.00 mark.The average vacuum cleaner sales person dont care about you or your family's needs,You know the Kirby credo.YOU are the prey and were the vultures...........

MOLE

mole wrote:

Hello Mole:

I'd recommend the $60 HOOVER Tempo over a $500 dyson any day in every way and not think twice.  I did so on vacuum Forums for years before Consumer Reports said exactly the same as me: CR recommended the HOOVER Tempo over the $469 dyson DC18 Lite [Slim].  

Carmine D.

Mole,

I realize I will probably be eaten alive for this but. . .

I have no experiences with the Dyson beyond the story I posted about my Nephew and his wife's machine.  However, I have had experience with Kirbys.  There are some major differences between the Kirby and the Dyson.  The Kirby will still be running and doing a beauitful job 30 years after the Dyson has met the garbage heap.   If the Kirby should break down, you can always find a repair shop willing to work on it.  Kirby's parts are readily available, and Kirby will always be available to rebuild the machine for a nominal fee returning it to it's original condition and performance. 

Again I may not be giving Dyson it's dues because I have no experience with them, but I have been pushing a Kirby since I could walk so I admit being partial.    I have a Omega purchased new on May 30, 1975 that is still used at least twice a week.  The only thing not original on that machine is the brush roll and belts.   I also have a Ultimate G, but if the truth be told; I love the Omega the most.