Are you looking for some cool 1950’s atmosphere to add to your home, and a soda vending machine that you can use today? How about the Coca-Cola Vendo 39? This machine is not only one of the most recognized Vendo models, but it’s also able to dispense the 8-ounce bottles the Coca-Cola Company is distributing today.
The Vendo 39 was made for the Coca-Cola Company from 1949 to the mid-1950’s. There were some 80,000 of these made, so they are still fairly common today. They graced the fronts of filling stations and storefronts all over 1950’s America. This single-selection machine is equipped with a honeycomb-shaped wheel that turns to dispense a nice, cold Coca-Cola. It is capable of vending 39 8-ounce bottles and pre-cools 20. And with its characteristic rounded corners and sleek design, this is a classic, and highly collectible model.
It is important to note that the Vendo 39 that was made from 1949 to the mid-1950’s, like the one we have here, was always painted a solid red. The later 39s, made from the mid- to late-1950’s were painted red and white.
Every soda machine we restored at Vintage Vending followed the same process. First the machine was completely disassembled and all painted parts were sandblasted. All other parts were re-chromed, powder-coated, repainted or cleaned. The coin mechanism was re-plated and rebuilt. Automotive bodywork was performed on all of the sandblasted parts. The machine was painted with PPG automotive paint. Then the machine was reassembled with a new refrigeration compressor and all electrical was replaced.
Dimensions: 58” high x 27” wide x 16” deep
Weight: 285 lbs.
Manufactured by:
The Vendo Company
Kansas City, Missouri
View the video of this restored Vendo 39
This item is not for sale. We show restored items in this blog to encourage discussion, prompt questions and further the hobby.
To view more pictures of the completed restoration visit the RetroPlanet.com Museum.
26 responses so far ↓
1 Wm.Harold Hughes // Mar 19, 2009 at 4:35 pm
Nice Video, I own a vendo 39 and would like more info on restoring same to working condition, thank’s for any help!
2 Joe Powell // Jun 9, 2009 at 9:21 am
I own a vendo 39, I need one part. Can you tell me where to find parts. Thanks
3 vintagevending // Jun 9, 2009 at 3:04 pm
Joe,
We recommend you check out fun-tronicsllc.com for soda machine restoration parts. They have a good variety of quality parts for many different machines.
4 david // Oct 13, 2009 at 11:31 pm
v39 need parts @ paint to restore has cold water depender on the side
5 Debbie // Jan 18, 2010 at 2:31 pm
I own a vendo 39 would like to get info om its value. good condition, motor works, machinical drum works, coin despenser, basic aging.
6 Frank // May 17, 2010 at 1:35 pm
I have a Vendo 39 Machine for sale. In good condition and runs good. Missing lock and key but everything else is there.
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7 Dayle // Jul 31, 2010 at 8:23 pm
We have an early edition Vendo 39 Coca-Cola machine for sale. It is in good working condition. Keeps drinks at just the perfect drinking temperature! Has lock & key and dime mechanism works fine.
We are in AL along the Gulf Coast area.
Contact if you would like to see pictures.
Thanks.
8 William Bastian // Aug 2, 2010 at 2:39 pm
I would love to see pictures of your Vendo39. How much are you asking for it? Thanks Bill
9 Cheryl // Oct 20, 2010 at 2:33 pm
1950’s Vendo 39 Coke machine. I have a machine in good condition for sale still works.
10 William Bastian // Oct 26, 2010 at 1:25 am
Cheryl, How much are you asking for your Vendo 39? Can you send me some pictures? Thanks Bill
11 sheron // Nov 26, 2010 at 10:22 am
I have a Vendo 39 coke machine, needs wheel and coin collector, other that that great condittion, still works, a flea market guy has offered me $200 for it, is that a good deal, just have no idea what its worth.
12 Brad // Jan 9, 2011 at 3:48 pm
Have a Vendo 39 from 1949 that runs like a top ! Came with all the bottles and even the key.
13 Ed Ahrens // Feb 17, 2011 at 9:34 pm
I bought a Vendo 39 painted blue, with a metal pepsi cola sign riveted to the door over the Coca-Coal embossing. It also has Pepsi decals on the top of each side and on the lower left side of the door. The original red paint is exposed on the inside. Does anyone have any idea what I have here, and whether I should restore it to Coke of Pepsi? I can e-mail a picture to your e-mail address. Thank you.
14 yvonne // May 6, 2011 at 11:37 am
Have a vintage Model XF39B coke machine for sale. What is it worth?
15 Dianne // Jun 4, 2011 at 7:19 am
I have an early addition of a Vendo 23 or 39
Coke Cola Machine. Has lock and key and the
dime mechanism . Does work Can you tell me how much this is worth? I am interested in selling it to get it out of storage.
16 Kevin & Kathy // Jun 20, 2011 at 7:36 am
WE HAVE A 1953 VENDO COCA COLA MACHINE FOR SALE. EXCELLENT CONDITION. ICE COLD. EVEN HAS BOTTLES IN IT. HAVE TO MAKE ROOM FOR OUR NEW GRANDDAUGHTER
SAD TO SEE IT GO. GLAD TO HAVE GRANDDAUGHTER. ANYONE INTERESTED?? Any suggestions on how to sell it?! We are new @ this. Thanx
17 Ross // Jul 2, 2011 at 11:25 am
Vendo 39 fully restored for sale. six-two-zero-five-zero-eight-six-one-three-five for pictures.
18 Marty // Jul 3, 2011 at 9:07 am
I have a 1951 Vendo V39 coke machine that works. I need a key for it and some of the rubber seals. Can anyone direct me to a site that has these parts?
Marty
19 Joe D in NY // Jul 9, 2011 at 6:36 am
Kevin & Kathy – interested in your 53 Coke machine. Please email me at JoeyD1214@yahoo.com with info about it and some pictures. I am in NY.
20 Steve Franklin // Aug 6, 2011 at 9:19 pm
Looking for a Vendo 39 in good working condition in the Phoenix Arizona area. E-mail me pictures and price at sfrank7773@aol.com. Thanks. Steve
21 Gary t // Aug 27, 2011 at 5:07 pm
I have a vendo coke machine
F 39 B
FA 9101 2804 serial number
Are u interested in buying or reselling
Gary t. 216 536 5001
22 Andy B // Oct 30, 2011 at 7:17 pm
Have Vendo Model #XF 39B,
Serial # SF 5047 2914
Fair condition. Pick up only N. MI
Andy 231. 347.0306
23 james // Nov 10, 2011 at 10:16 pm
how can i get a key for my vendo 39 . it has v809 stamped on the bezal . thanks for your help
24 Joanne // Dec 1, 2011 at 2:30 pm
I have a Vendo 30 drink machine that belonged to my Grandfather that owned a Pool Hall in the early 60’s. It is in need of repair. Also the cost of the machine is free to a good home that could possibly use for parts or restoration. The only charge to you would be for arrangements to retrieve it. Anyone interested can e-mail me.
25 Wendy // Dec 25, 2011 at 5:39 pm
Hi Joanne how do I contact you are you in California? I don’t see an e-mail?
26 julio // Jan 13, 2012 at 10:44 pm
I owen a vendo 39 coca cola machine fair condition only missing wheel rack and no key . Need to know what’s it’s worth. It’s all original.
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