Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

Hey guys, if I could get some help on this one I would appreciate it. I have an elderly aunt in need of a replacement Bissell Prolite. The motor on hers is shot, brushes, everything just shot. I took it into the local guy and he said 90 bucks for a new motor and housing as the motor got so hot it torched the housing. He also suggested a Powr-Flite which is who hold the patent on that design now. She is adamant she wants another Prolite if one can be found as she has a ton of bags etc for this one. If anyone knows of a local dealer or internet presence that has even a used Prolite to be had, I would greatly appreciate it. I found one guy who has a local shop in Nevada but he wants 300 for his "last one" because its a collector's item now. I told him pass. Hope everyone's summer is going well. Still using the Healthy Home vac and still going strong, had to supplement it with a cheap plastivac for downstairs though, UGH... 40 pounds is a lot to lift up and down the basement stairs.

If I'm not mistaken, ORECK is offering the Silver Series upright [solo] thru July 31 for $199 with a trade-in.  Judy ORECK is the spokesperson for the sale.  If I can get the same price on the Silver by buying the Steam It and keep my XL Classic I'll make the deal with my local ORECK store.

Carmine D.

Hi Carmine,

I'm sorry. I meant the Oreck Halo is not shown with attachments.

Venson

Venson wrote:

Hi Venson:

You're right.  No OBT.

Carmine D.

Thanks for all the replies! We went to JCPenney yesterday as I couldn't find a local Oreck store that was open and we demo'd the Oreck XL3 and the Oreck Xl5 in the store for a bit. Both machines seem to be the same except for color and warranty. They are JCP exclusives according to the salesman. Auntie was a little disappointed that it didn't have HEPA filtration for the price. We are going to visit the local Oreck store this week and check out their offerings. The Pirahna is priced very reasonably and may be our other option if we don't go through with the Oreck. My biggest concern is the weight and ease of use because if it doesn't seem easy to use, she just won't clean... we love our old people don't we. LOL! I did find one Prolite on Craigslits, new in the box. If I want it for 150 I have to go pick it up from the dealer in Chicago. I have been ready for a daytrip to the Windy City for a while anyway. ;)

lazaruspup wrote:

Hello Lazaruspup:

We really do love our elders!  It's good for them not to mellow. 

Sounds like the ORECK's are JC Penny exclusives.  The models are atypical for ORECK.  Auntie can easily uprgrade to HEPA rating, I believe, by using the better ORECK bags.  But, I don't think its necessary and/or worthy of the additional expense.  Almost 2X the price.  Careful on the Craigslist of NIB rating for the ProlIte.  It's easy to say even tho it's not the case.  You wouldn't want to make the drive and open just to find a slightly used PL being passed off as NIB.  Keep us posted on your progress.

Carmine D.

Venson wrote:

hi venson

no i am not a brave man...ive learned ALOT about what  NOT TO DO AND SAY to my wife of almost 2yrs.

and i hope i never need that room....but thank you.

CarmineD wrote:

hi carmine

now  thats a pro.....you can wheel and deal with the best. ..and i envy you on your soon to be purchased  silver.

ive heard many say it is an outstanding vac..[ and u must update ]..that they keep getting better. and  to have the xl as a back-up or

better yet as a gift...now thats got  WOW factor all over it....not to mention that youll definately be remembered when

santa comes.

lazaruspup wrote:

I agree with Carmine....buyer beware! never know what your gonna get.

i think once she has demoed the orecks availiable in the oreck showroom shell see just how great they are..and super light.

The prolite is a really good vac..but heavier than 10lbs by far. alot louder also.  no warranty as is ...means you foot the bills.

with the oreck you get a peace of mind warranty with at least 15yrs life worth of service....and a stellar reputation to back it up.

customer service is the best out there....hands down.  its a durable solid performer that will last.

But this just my view of the oreck...i own one and wish i had another....but whatever you buy , make sure you have a warranty. 

and be sur to keep us posted on what you got and how well it works.

happy shopping.

retardturtle1 wrote:

Hello 'turtle1'

If the ORECK store manager agrees with the purchase terms we have a deal.  If not, I'll pass and make the best price/deal I can on the Steam It.  If I were a hard nose, I'd nix the Steam It purchase too if I couldn't get the ORECK Silver for $199.  And depending on how it goes, that's still an option for me.  Tough times call for tough actions.

The present ORECK Classic XL that I'm using will be gifted to the local Church Office.  The Church offices/cubicles are carpeted and there are about 9-12 women, not counting the Pastor, who are paid/volunteers who run the business affairs of the Church.  The current ORECK is ideal for them and their use.  It can be kept in the office for ready use, unlike the full size vacuums which are stored and pulled out for daily/weekly vacuuming by the maintenance and clean up staff.

Carmine D.

CarmineD wrote:

hi carmine

i say play a little hard ball.....its a buyers market right now. the illusion  that your willing to go elsewhere...is just as good as the real thing.

a sale with a little less profit is far better than no profit at all......and plenty other dealers who will take it.

great idea...the church. not only will you be a favorite with the ladies of the office....but with the big guy in the sky...

yeah id say you got some good crdit with the big guy carmine.