Vintage 5 Cent Candy Machine

[ClassicCokeLover]

I am looking at some 5 cent candy machines that are floor models that look like they might be from the 30's. They stand about 6 feet tall, maybe less, and have a mirror. National is one brand and another is U-Select or U-Vend.

Anybody have any of these type machines?

[davethebirdman]

Both National & U Select are mentioned all the time on this forum. If you do a search you will find a wealth of information.

I currently have 2 x U Selects and 2 x Nationals.

Dave

[Jim]

 

Can you provide photos of the models...?

[ClassicCokeLover]

Sorry, no pics. Both have a small round/oval mirror face height with an art deco style. Ballpark value for machines of this age?

[Jim]

Pictured is a U-Needa Candy machine that has some of the features you describe.
As far as a value without seeing what you have, I'll base my price range on the model pictured...
My estimation would be between $300 - $600

[ClassicCokeLover]

Shot fired, and DIRECT HIT!

That's the machine. Original unrestored condition. Next question, parts? OK, now stop laughing. What is the age of this machine?

[Jim]

Parts will be difficult to locate!
I do not know manufacture dates, but would guess mid to late 1930's - 1940's
Is the original condition similar to this machine pictured...?

[ClassicCokeLover]

From memory, looks very similar. (I have a great memory, but it's short.)