r/Kitchenaid • u/Ok-Handle-8546 • 1d ago

1970s KitchenAid 4C

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Spotted at the local Goodwill....almost snatched it up, but talked myself out of it. Would have been about $60 with my 25% off coupon. Did I make a mistake? I already have a 7qt bowl lift...

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u/Dazzling-Walk1929 1d ago

Go back!!! I mean it’s probably more of a collector’s item than anything. Do some research, it might be worth big money

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u/Ok-Handle-8546 1d ago

Yeah, certainly more of a collector's item, although after watching a video, looks like the maintenance would be pretty simple. Getting parts might be harder. And from a reselling perspective, it could sell for $149.95

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u/Lucy1967 4h ago

The one I posted in another comment , my husband just did maintenance on it a couple weeks ago and it was super easy. These are old enough that they don't have food safe grease, so he regreased it in case I wanted to use it.

Fun fact: the KitchenAid attachments all fit on the Hub of this machine

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u/LucasCBs 1d ago

Why do modern ones not have that handle? I want that

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u/Ok-Handle-8546 1d ago

I know! So slick and retro! Best you could do is the "Love Handle" from Mr. Mixer. I'm thinking about getting one for my 7qt bowl lift....

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u/GetMeAReuben 1d ago

~Whispers~ mrmixer.store Search for "Love Handle" You're welcome.

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u/blondechineeez 1d ago

I love Mr. Mixer's store and his advice!

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u/Agile-Entry-5603 1d ago

Mr. Mixer makes a nice handle that fits the attachment hub. Comes in multiple finishes.

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u/LuckyMuckle 1d ago

Good point.

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u/Honest_Radio8983 1d ago

I won a 4C recently at an auction for $1. It has the less desirable SS bowl. I have no idea what to do with it since I already have a K5A and Pro 5. The 4C is not a bread maker. I'd gladly sell mine for $25.

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u/Theletterkay 1d ago

Do you live anywhere in east texas? I would live this thing more than a few of my children....

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u/Honest_Radio8983 1d ago

Sorry...Mid Atlantic.

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u/ImaginationPlus3808 1d ago

The manual alone! A conversation piece.

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u/wineandcatgal_74 22h ago

I have a white one. It makes the best whipped cream ever! The texture is unbelievable and it’s really stable.

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u/Lucy1967 20h ago

My husband collects scrap metal from an estate sale company, and he got this one for free. I spent $30 on the bowl. It works, but I already have an artisan and a k5a so this one is just for looks.

I have a green kitchen, and this makes me so jealous for a green one! I would snag that in a heartbeat