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Ok got a call on this went out and looked at it this it is a Springer Penguin it is  Danish modern Refrigerated compartment  it works get cold .
the guy wanted me to give him a price  .
Did a little looking contacted someone waiting for a price that they sold a  restored one .


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(http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc125/Vernors131/Springer%20Penguin/springerPenguin.jpg)
(http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc125/Vernors131/Springer%20Penguin/springerpenguin4.jpg)

(http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc125/Vernors131/Springer%20Penguin/untitlespringerpenguin3.jpg)


What do you guy think this would be worth? :smile:

Hello

 I am Dane and why this model is called Danish model I do not know.
 nothing I've seen in Denmark.

I wouldn't think it would be worth much at all. I would guess whatever the compressor is worth. But, who knows being it is "Danish Modern". 

Hmm...different to be sure, basically an upscale office cooler/refrigerator, seems like it should come in a burnt-orange color, or maybe avocado green, like my mom's old 1970's appliances.. :tounge:

Danish modern refers to a furniture style  that first became  popular in the 1950's. Wooden furniture, very simple  patterns or forms with minimal hardware trim, engraving etc.
Original pieces can go for several thousand $$$'s.

It looks like a shelf I bought at IKEA for my old office in Singapore

http://www.modcats.com/item.php?item=591&from=furniture.php

Looks good when displayed like this.

i think Pat found his source for it's value ...

I saw that Dan  pretty cool  when it is all cleaned up.  Still need a little help what do you guy think is a fair price to offer :Oo:.

       It would make a great TV stand for the mancave.

I thought maybe you could contact someone at that Modcats Design link. They could tell you what it sold for.

I did send them out a email,  just waiting for a responce :smile:.

 Just want to know what you guys think price wise :smile:

If all the shelves are there and it cools,  I'm guessing $500-750,
I've seen crazy prices go for furniture pieces considered "Modern"

UPDATE (8/27/11)  ModCat  emailed me back they sold thier springer Penguin for $375.00
 I paid $50 for this one gave it a good cleaning and have it at my office in the window for $250 or B.O.
 and took a call two hrs. ago I have some one that wants to look at tomorrow. (so we will see)

That's great!

Thanks Pat. It's cool when someone comes back and gives an update.

Pat, Pat, Pat. haven't my DVD training courses  taught you anything??

Mention several times it is Modern Danish design, make the potential buyer realize he knows nothing about style, and no, you aren't getting this at an IKEA.

Allude to the fact  it was from the  penthouse suite of the old Las Vegas hotel "The Sahara", and was probably used by Sinatra, Martin,  Bishop, and the rest of the Rat Pack. You were told this, leave it to the buyer to research it.

Find and old style ice cube tray ( metal, lift up handle)  include it and tack on another $75

it's all in the presentation :)

Good way to hid cold beer at the office !

Quick note . the guy did not show up  so put it on C.L. today  so we will see what happens :smile:.

SOLD!!!   a gentleman bought it tonight  sold it for $200 so still made money and it was a quick flip :smile:.

Job well done, Pat. Congrats!!
Creighton

 And I was Going To Call You On It Pat .

Sorry Just Kidding  :laugh:   


Great Deal

So I guess you didn't include the old style ice cube tray ( metal, lift up handle).  :biggrin:

That's great. I didn't think much of it in the beginning. Learned something new!

Tom If it had those Ice cube trays , I would have had to keep it ( Yeah Right ) :laugh:
Well I agree with you Dan  Learned something new .
Plus I could have sold  it today, Had someone stop by and asked about it said they were doing
there apt. in a Retro look.