We restored this Dole Deluxe Coca-Cola soda fountain dispenser. It’s a countertop soda fountain dispenser that was introduced in 1947 by the Dole Valve Company. It was the very first dispenser they produced following WWII. Because of its shape, it was called the “outboard motor”. The design was created by Raymond Loewy, a famous industrial designer. The shape was reflective of the popular “streamline” style, suggesting speed.
The Dole Deluxe was manufactured from 1947 through 1951 and over 30,000 were sold. Although the dispenser had numerous improvements over previous models, it was still only able to dispense one 6-ounce glass of Coca-Cola at a time.
Manufactured by:
Dole Valve Company
Chicago, Illinois
This item is not for sale. We show restored items in this blog to encourage discussion, prompt questions and further the hobby of collecting and restoration. We also enjoy sharing the photos of the many items we have restored over the years.
16 responses so far ↓
1 Jessica Joganic // Jun 24, 2009 at 11:56 am
How does the dispenser work? Is the soda premixed or carbonated within the unit? What parts are needed to make this unit functional? I’m interested in any information you have to give regarding its components and how it works. Thanks!
2 vintagevending // Jun 24, 2009 at 4:25 pm
Jessica,
We just wanted to let you know that this dispenser is quite complicated, and usually used for commercial applications, rather than home use. The soda water and the syrup are mixed during the dispensing process. For more information on parts and how they work together, a good resource is americansodafountain.com. They sell and restore soda machines and parts.
3 Jessica Joganic // Jun 29, 2009 at 3:03 am
Thank you very much for the information and the reference. You have done a beautiful job restoring yours!
4 Bill // Jul 30, 2009 at 2:59 pm
I am looking for a top for the dole machine you have on your website. Can anyone help me locate this outboard type lid.
5 vintagevending // Aug 3, 2009 at 9:28 am
Bill,
You can try americansodafountain.com. They have parts and repair services for many dispensers.
6 Lori // Sep 10, 2009 at 11:52 am
This is the closest I have came to finding a machine like the one I have. I never could fins out how old it was or how much it was worth. We are in the process of moving and I would like to know whether it is worth keeping or should I sell it? It is in very good shape.
7 vintagevending // Sep 11, 2009 at 3:18 pm
Lori,
We aren’t able to give estimates on the value of an item. If you keep an eye on Ebay or Craig’s List, your item is sure to be listed at some point. You can also contact fun-tronicsllc.com (217) 857-1759 for more specific information on machines. If anyone can help with a value of this item please comment.
8 Luca Davide Valtolina // Nov 3, 2009 at 5:24 am
Hi Lori and vintagevending, I bought this few weeks ago for my Coke vintage collection. I paid 250 euros (around 280/300 us$). Ciao! Luca
9 Hannah // Nov 8, 2009 at 12:19 pm
hi could you tell me what material the dole deluxe soda fountain is made from? thanks!
10 vintagevending // Nov 9, 2009 at 6:05 pm
Hannah,
The machine is made of metal.
11 Luca Davide Valtolina // Nov 29, 2009 at 2:13 pm
yup!! 100% metal.
12 Scott // Mar 6, 2010 at 1:08 am
I have a Dole Citation coke dispenser that I’m going to mount to an old Ford gumball machine stand. Absolutely love this table top looking display. Any chance that you guys would make another one for a price? Thanks, Scott
13 vintagevending // Mar 9, 2010 at 1:46 pm
Scott,
Unfortunately we do not make these, and we are not able to get any more made.
14 Scott // Mar 12, 2010 at 10:49 pm
Thanks anyway, it was just a thought. I ended up making my own. Turned out real nice. Thanks again!
Scott
15 Helen // Aug 23, 2010 at 5:02 pm
I have a fountain very similar to this made by Dole SN201610. I am getting it ready to sell and need a minor part. Where can I find parts, please? I also have the carbonator that we used. It was installed in my kitchen and a lot of fun, but we have mover to another home and not able to use it here. Thanks.
16 tony // Aug 23, 2010 at 9:13 pm
hello I have a deluxe dole dispenser that has been passed down within family and is all original how or where is the best place to sell this item?
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