Fisher and Paykel Front Loading Washing Machines???

[meeshu]

I have seen references (not here in this forum) to front loading Fisher and Paykel washing machines in New Zealand. However, as far as I know, F&P front loading washing machines are only available in Australia. ❓

Can anyone confirm if F&P front loading washing machines are available in New Zealand? If so, any idea of their performance and reliability?

[kwatt]

Re: Fisher and Paykel Front Loading Washing Machines???

HI meeshu,

So far as I am aware F&P don’t do any front loaders at all and, if they did, I expect they’d be bought in rather than be actually F&P made if you see what I mean. They don’t even list any on their New Zealand website as yet and I’ve seen no press telling us that they were selling any.

K.

[meeshu]

Re: Fisher and Paykel Front Loading Washing Machines???

Thanks for your comments!

Yes, the New Zealand website does not appear to have any information on front loading washing machines. However, the Australian website shows at least two models that are (supposedly) available.

I brought this question up as I came across, by chance, references to a model FW1800 front loading washing machine. Prior to this I was never aware of the existence of F&P front loading washing machines.

After brief web searches, the only website that appeared to have information on these front loading washing machines is the Australian F&P website. I could not find specific details on model “FW1800” however?

I was also wondering whether these Australian front loaders are just “rebadged” (generic) models!? In which case there may be concern regarding their reliabilty! :rolls:

Actually, I am looking at getting a brushless motor Bosch washing machine to replace my current F&P top loader. My F&P machine is a bit hard on washing, so that is why I am probably going for a reliable, easy on clothes front loading washing machine.

[Penguin45]

Re: Fisher and Paykel Front Loading Washing Machines???

http://www.fisherpaykel.com.au/laundry/ … F59791920A

That’s a Beko in a frock. The Bosch would be a better bet (If it’s a Bosch!).

Penguin45.

[meeshu]

Re: Fisher and Paykel Front Loading Washing Machines???

Well spotted!! 🙂

Yes, as you say, Bosch would be the better choice here.

Anyway, Bosch machines tend to be the most reliable washers here according to local surveys regardless of country of origin (probably China?).

[bigsmokepiker]

Re: Fisher and Paykel Front Loading Washing Machines???

F&P Frontloads hear ( OZ) Are indeed A BEKO Generic

Thought About A Miele ?

[meeshu]

Re: Fisher and Paykel Front Loading Washing Machines???

Miele is a good brand, but their washer prices (purchase, parts, labour) are a bit too expensive for me. But most Bosch washers are fairly expensive also! 🙁

Depending on finances at the time of purchase (which may not be for a month or so), I may have to downgrade to something like an AEG or similar spec’d washer. However, my preference at this time is still for a Bosch.

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