I noticed that the new refrigerators are really poorly constructed compared to those from 30 years ago. I can’t image they’d last even half as long.
Yep, their compressors are garbage.
We bought the fancy party fridge with all the doors and drawers. The compressor crapped out right after the warranty, 2 years.
A new compressor was $1600 plus labor and a 6 month wait time because of supply chain issues.
Out old 1995 fridge was still running in the garage with a rust spot and missing/broken shelves from raising 4 kids.
Sanded and painted the front and got replacement shelves and drawers, about $300 altogether
I expect it will outlast me.
In the late 90s a post ww2 Firestone refrig was still operating in our summer place. For all I know it is still functioning—but I can vouch for at least 50 years. Too bad as the tires were not noted for that longevity.