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"Cheryl" > wrote in message
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> On 10/14/2015 7:06 AM, William wrote:
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>> I could not believe my ears standing in HHGreggs looking at a new
>> Refrigerator. I told the Salesman I was disappointed in my old
>> Whirlpool Refrigerator because after 32 years things were starting to
>> quit working properly. He laughed hysterically and said, Oh well,
>> these new refrigerators are only designed to last about five years!
>> I can't believe they have people so stupid working for them.

>
> I haven't heard that before and it disappoints me. I'm not surprised if
> its true, though, but where is the pride in workmanship and quality?


Yes, my old Hotpoint ran without one problem for over 20 years, and the
shelves and veggie bins etc., were very sturdy, the new one seems very
flimsy.

Cheri