Why Choose A Coca Cola Retro Fridge?
For a fun and nostalgic way to refrigerate soda and snacks, the Coca Cola retro fridge will not only store your food and drinks, but it will also be a whimsical conversation piece for guests to gather around. In the 1930’s and 40’s, Coca Cola refrigerators were a very common item. Often seen in “Mom and Pop” stores, a person could grab a Coke from the machine and pay the cashier five cents. A Coca Cola retro fridge evokes fond memories and thoughts of simpler times.
The original company that made these refrigerators was Westinghouse, and they were only made for the Coca Cola brand. Later, the machine was sold to the Vendo Corporation, where it was upgraded with a coin-operated top, making it a soda vending machine.
Today, many websites offer replicas of these refrigerated floor chests for use in the home or even the office. These manufacturers pride themselves on maintaining the original look and features of the traditional retro fridge. Many do not have the coin operated top, which makes it perfect for personal use. The retro fridge is the same size as the original model, and is made of red metal with the same embossing on the sides and under the lid. The white embossed lettering reads “Ice Cold” along with the Coca Cola logo. The details are also the same, such as the bottle opener and cap catcher on the side of the fridge. Also, just as the original refrigerator had wheels to move it around easily, the replicas are also equipped with wheels. The metal is chip and rust resistant, and the retro fridge can hold up to 80 cans of soda. Of course, in addition to soda, the fridge can be used to store other food items such as sandwiches and salads. This makes it great for everyday home use!