Here is a cool little upright candy machine that used to be manufactured in Haverhill, MA—practically in our own backyard. It is the DuGrenier Candy Man Candy Bar Machine, and at the time, it sold for $41.50. The machine held 72 bars and displayed up to 12 different brands. The optional stand for $6.00 could be locked and was a good place to store extra candy. Loading and servicing was performed through the sides of the machine. Although we owned several of these over the years, we never restored one.
Manufactured by:
A.H. DuGrenier, Inc.
15 Hale Street
Haverhill, MA
14 responses so far ↓
1 scott jordan // Sep 28, 2009 at 6:21 am
Hi Guys,
I am looking for a counter top vending machine
i saw your The Candy man Candy bar Machine.
I am in Hobart Tasmania Australia.
How much are your small vending machines in Australian $ to buy ? can you send me some details thru.
2 vintagevending // Sep 28, 2009 at 9:52 am
Scott,
We are no longer in the business of restoring and selling these machines. Try eBay or Craig’s List, sometimes they pop up there. Also, google is a wonderful tool. Good luck!
3 Paul Grossman // Nov 2, 2009 at 7:47 pm
Just came across your site. I have a Dugrenier Machine that I am restoring now. I had two and one was destroyed. I have been searching the internet for original colors on this machine before painting. Any help appreciated. It was pretty rough when I got it at the Rowley Flea Mkt. about 15 yrs ago.
4 matt // Nov 11, 2009 at 10:30 pm
I just got the exact candy machine thats is at top of this screen. Good working condition. Anyone know if its worth anything? we are loading it up with candy and the kids are getting a kick out of it.
5 sundi marquez // Feb 2, 2010 at 6:38 pm
i am interested in purchasing a fully upright 5cent candy machine from an antique store in my area. Its a “You need a vendor”. its in great shape and is in working order… is it a good investment?
6 vintagevending // Feb 3, 2010 at 3:48 pm
Sundi,
We can’t tell you if its a good investment. It depends on condition, shape, type of machine and other factors. Do your research beforehand, and that will let you know if it’s a good idea.
7 Bobby B. // Feb 11, 2010 at 12:08 pm
I worked at DuGreniers in Haverhill Ma. The photo above is a mod. B candy mch. I;m interested in purchasing one. Any info. would be helpful.
8 randy p // Mar 25, 2010 at 7:33 pm
Ijust got a candy man machine, no base a little rusty, put on craigs list and cant keep up to emails
hom much is it really worth
9 vintagevending // Mar 26, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Randy,
We are not able to give estimates on value. Try ebay, sometimes items like this pop up, and that will give you an estimate on the worth of your machine.
10 Karin Golden // Jul 21, 2010 at 4:42 pm
I have a 6 row gum machine for sale on eBay. See listing # 110563000675.
11 addam byers // Nov 10, 2010 at 10:03 pm
i have a u select it machine is any one interested. completely restored red and white.(works like new)
asking 1600. will ship but not till payment clears the bank. addam111@gmail.com
12 bigmoe // Apr 25, 2011 at 6:29 pm
hi i am restoring a prewar 15 cent seven column dugrenier cigarette machine and need the base the one i have was left outdoors and bottom is rotted out any one who can help im waiting
207-782-7864
thanking you maurice
13 tammy // Sep 20, 2011 at 8:07 pm
how do u open the other side of the machine that has the lever
14 Robin // Dec 13, 2011 at 5:01 pm
Hi, I’m looking for a 1940’s Select-O-Vend counter top candy bar dispenser. Originally, it help Hershey’s miniature bars and Beechnut gum. Unrestored is fine. Please e-mail mrsa304@msn.com
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