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butchershop joe
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« on: October 06, 2005, 02:03:10 pm » |
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I am opening a Butcher Shop and want to have a 1950's era Coke or other machine that vends 8oz bottles on my retail floor. The machine will be used quite a bit and I want it to take quarters instead of dimes (I'd go broke  '> )..my thought is to buy vintage sodas(not just Cokes) and put them in the machine for my customers. I need your expert advice...do I buy a "replica" or an original remanufactured machine? What's my best bet on balancing price and form/function? I think an original machine would be very good...but I'm thinking it would be a maintenance nightmere..
Please give your opinion, thoughts, and sources to buy whatever you recommend. Thanks guys! Love a spot where you can talk to the experts!
Joe
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MoonDawg
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« Reply #1 on: October 06, 2005, 02:39:01 pm » |
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Talk to Josh .....He has a Cavalier 96 just perfect for what you are looking for.
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BrianB
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« Reply #2 on: October 06, 2005, 02:42:58 pm » |
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Welcome to SMC, Joe! Great to have you around. I think that using an vintage soda pop machine in your butchershop is an excellent idea. It'll definitely be a hit. They draw people in and can spark a lot of neat conversations. In addition, they'll mention it to their friends and that could equal more business.
You'd be amazed how robust and maintenance free the older machines are.
If you are truly looking for a 50's model, more than likely being what we call a "Roundtop", and are interested in vending multiple flavors which will mean multiple bottle sizes from 8 oz. to 12 oz I would recommend a Vendo 81 or a Vendo 110.
The Vendo 81 is a bit more expensive than the 110. You can score a 110 in good condition for under $1000.
If that's a bit to much to pay, a good late-50's, early-60's Vendo or Cavalier "Squaretop" would look great and allow you to have the flexibility to vend different flavors. In addition, they are substantialy less expensive (around $350-$500 could score you a sweet machine) than their Roundtop cousins.
If you do buy a machine and need any help with it, give us a yell! All of the people here are awesome and have a wealth of information to share. If you need a machine restored or a refrigeration deck worked on, we can point you in the right direction. Please keep us updated on what happens and good luck!!
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butchershop joe
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« Reply #3 on: October 06, 2005, 03:04:04 pm » |
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Wow! You guys are quick...thanks! It sounds like you are both recommending a vintage machine...I'm glad they are not as hard to maintain as I thought because as Brian points out..I want the machine to be a reason to come to the shop.
Price is a concern...but I'm not worried about paying more (up to $3000 delivered) for a good condition, good looking machine. Brian I think the 81 and 110 are what I had in mind..MoonDawg the Cavalier 96 looks good too but are they all white fronted?
Where do I buy one guys from a reliable source? And also...will I be able to charge quarters instead of dimes?
Many, many thanks! '>
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Eric
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« Reply #4 on: October 06, 2005, 03:24:21 pm » |
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I'd vote for a 110 or self serve 6 case vert. (110 looking) or a Glasco or Ideal Slider.
There's a shop that uses a 110 in Ozark Missouri A Great Eye catcher.....
And another in Marshfield, MO that uses an embossed Ideal Coke Slider......
That would be cool....
Eric
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Embossed Quikold Standard
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butchershop joe
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« Reply #5 on: October 06, 2005, 03:39:38 pm » |
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Sounds like the 110 is in the lead...Eric...I never thought of a slider...like the idea, remember one in the barbershop when I was little....I'm in Indiana...remember seeing lots of GBV-50's (like I'm an expert! this site sure makes it easy to look at models  :'> ). My concern on a slider is that it looks like you have to have some clearance (right left) to load them, versus an upright machine loads from the front....I don't have much width....just over 40 inches or so...
Does one cool better than another (slider versus upright)? Any tips on where to buy?
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MoonDawg
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« Reply #6 on: October 06, 2005, 03:59:26 pm » |
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When you said you wanted a vintage machine but wanted it to accept quarters, you eliminated most Vendo 81's 110's and sliders as they are 10 cent machines only. The C-72 and 96, and all squaretops, will allow you to charge any amount you want for each bottle.
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butchershop joe
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« Reply #7 on: October 06, 2005, 04:09:38 pm » |
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Understand MoonDawg...thank you! I've talked to some guys at restoring companies (Be-Bop Joes, Anitquities)...they, like you recommend the 96's or 72's because of their ability to accept a new coin changer and charge what I need...they also brought up the 6 case cooler idea that Eric did...pull a bottle and go to check out to get charged...like the versitility that would bring if I wanted some gourmet soda's in the machine. Be-Bops wants $5495 for a restored 96 or 72...a bit out of my budget...
Again...any thoughts on where to buy so that I can get a good looking product at the right price?
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Kevin C
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« Reply #8 on: October 06, 2005, 04:43:51 pm » |
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Hello & Welcome
Josh has the C-96 listed on ebay & I think the machine is over in your area. That would be the perfect machine for you because it would vend all bottles & the price could be set for 25 cents. Plus it looks great even if it is white.
Here is a link to Josh's machine.
Ebay C-96
I would be nice if we could help him get a machine through our group.
Kevin
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butchershop joe
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« Reply #9 on: October 06, 2005, 05:11:06 pm » |
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Kevin...saw that, I could pick it up. or where I am is between MN and OH..and it's way under $1000...but then would I have to get it restored to get it in perfect shape right? The shop I run is pretty high end...the customers expect things to look very good...
Advise if you would...
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