chrisbin Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 OK - no Westy content, except if someone can save me some pennies then it might leave more to spend on the car....! Need a new washing machine.....after 12 years use/abuse the "Appliance of Science" is coming to the end of its days - had a couple of repairs already, now leaking Anyone got any recommendations of either machines or where to buy?? How the #### you decide between one and another I just don't know, but I am definitely not going to rely on "Spotty Youth's" recommendations in Comet/Currys/et al..... Thanks Guys (I'm sure there's plenty of potential for p*** taking here, so should prove amusing, even if uninformative!! Quote
Mike dB Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 Well, you will need one with the highest spin speed you can get & the lowest 'Energy rating' if you're careful with your money Energy rating is denoted by by A-E (maybe F) don't be fooled by it having an 'energy save' button as that will take longer to do the washing. Have a look on kelkoo.co.uk for them? What does it need to do just wash clothes or a 'spin dryer'? Anything higher than 1200rpm spin speed is good & good 'temperature range' although ours is always on 40 degrees C. Will it need to have a delicate wash cycle for the things you should hand wash but can't be bothered? Ours is a whirlpool £200 from Comet! Quote
westy Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 www.empire-direct.co.uk sell some very cheap washing machines...what ever they are Look in the women’s appliances section, I mean home section. Quote
chrisbin Posted November 25, 2002 Author Posted November 25, 2002 Thanks Guys - amazing, no p*** takes.....! Mike - thanks for confirming things to look for. Machine is for washing only btw. Westy - yep - found empire direct but problem is, as you say, which bl**** one!! I know people say it about cars, but these washing machines definitely all look the same.......!! Quote
westy Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 Yes its gone to a 17 year old spotty driver who has installed neons lights and replaced the backseats with a single 2000 watt sub. But there’s plenty more in Essex if you want me to source you one Not much interest on the cardy mobile yet though Quote
johnelliott Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 I can thoroughly recommend Hotpoint. Ours has run every day for the last ten years without so much as a hint of a problem. Avoid Bosch and Neff, my wife uses them at work apparently they are quite slow. Other problem, when they go wrong, think BMW servicing prices I always buy electrical stuff from Curry's reason being if it doesn't work, parts missing when it arrives etc then a big firm like Currys can sort it out quicker and are more amenable to skilled complaints artistes like me John edited to say PS buy the simplest model that does basic washing stuff with decent spin speed. MY wife only ever uses 2 programmes on hers Quote
chrisbin Posted November 25, 2002 Author Posted November 25, 2002 I've been thinking Hotpoint as I have a contact who can do the repairs when worst comes to worst. Totally agree re. the programmes - I reckon we've only used 5 out of those available in last 12 years!! On the other hand to get the quick spinners, you usually have to go to models which are loaded with features too! Reminds me of buying cars.....!! Thanks for all the help and opinions. Westy, is it a Facel Vega....? Quote
wrightster Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 Thanks westy but i dont think you will be able to find me one as nice as that one !! what are you buying next now you have sold your westy ? Quote
Mike dB Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 Chrisbin- no worries fella. You'll have to let us all no which one you go for, can you trade in a gear knob for it? Quote
chrisbin Posted November 25, 2002 Author Posted November 25, 2002 You'll have to let us all no which one you go for, can you trade in a gear knob for it? Hah ! Took your time, but I knew you wouldn't be able to resist!! But the last laugh is....I've sold said knob Its in the post as we speak!! Quote
westy Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 Chrisbin, good effort but afraid its not a Facel Vega, aka mega facial. Wrightster, no worries let me know when you want an XR. The one I sold originally came with 2 blondes on the back seat. I asked them why they were their and they both said their stilettos where stuck in the roof. As for new project, cheap westy has been sourced just have to decide on cec or turbo'd bec Quote
jeff oakley Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 Best bet Check out the which report on consumer goods. You will get an unbiased view for a bit of research. Funny point some women like one which vibrates on fast spin can't think why. Quote
chrisbin Posted November 25, 2002 Author Posted November 25, 2002 OK Hotpoint WMA44P 1200rpm AA Energy Efficiency Half load Quick wash Empire Direct - £254.99.....but £32.99 del'y Comet & Currys online - £299 free del'y Comet & Currys in store - £329 free del'y But Currys in store can offer 6 months interest free......and they're local if I have a problem............ Verdicts....?? Quote
Chris Elworthy Posted November 25, 2002 Posted November 25, 2002 Try www.ukappliances.co.uk Just saved ourselves over £ 400 on Cooker, Hood & Hob. What is more, goods were delivered directly from the manufacturer (in this case Electrolux). Curent Washer / Dryer is Hotpoint - 1 year old no problems at all, but also never had problem with previous Whirlpool. Quote
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