Nostalgia Electrics RRF325HNRED Retro Series 3.1 cu. ft. Compact Reviews

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This the cutest refrigerator and works very well. However, it arrived with two quarter-size dents in the front lower door and on the side. That was very disappointing. I would have given it a 5 star rating otherwise.

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In spite of the previous reviews of issues with damage to the fridge, I decided to order one because I like the color red. And we needed a mini fridge. Plus I figured I could live with a few cosmetic dents or dings, so long as the fridge worked. When I received it, I excitedly extracted it from the box and packaging, then proceed to attempt to level it before plugging it in.

Except.

There were two major dents in the back two corners of the body of the fridge making leveling an impossibility (in fact, as I was turning it during leveling, the dented corners scratched my floor since the dents created very sharp edges). No possible way to level it, and having it wobble back and forth was unacceptable.

Thank goodness for Amazon's fairly easy returns, because back in the box it went and picked up the very next day.

I rolled the dice and ordered another one (I know, I'm probably out of my mind, but it *is* a cute fridge!) Here's hoping the next one comes without major damage I'll update this review when I receive it.

UPDATE 8/7/13:

Good News! Amazon made good this time. The replacement fridge showed up today, and there's nary a dent or ding anywhere to be found, cosmetic or otherwise. The return of the first one was easy (for me, I'm pretty sure my poor UPS driver didn't think it was easy lugging a 70 pound box to and from my back porch. He totally deserves a raise.) I did have to nag Amazon a little bit for the refund so I could order the replacement one, but the person I talked to was very accommodating and my refund was issued about 2 hours after I called.

I'm just glad I was planning ahead for the need of the mini fridge I don't need it for another week, but had I needed it *last* week, I would have been outta luck. So just a word to the wise give yourself two weeks leeway for when you actually need the fridge, just in case you need to return and reorder like I did.

Love the fridge so far, though the interior light and the separate (and actual) freezer compartment are what really sold me on this particular model (and the color, of course) in spite of the fridge section being smaller than if you got one that didn't have the freezer compartment. But I'm happy to sacrifice fridge space so I can have some frozen goods (like ice cream) in the freezer part vs. having just enough freezer space to only hold an ice cube tray like the others have. Priorities, you know. :) I bumped my star rating to 4 stars had I gotten this particular fridge the first go 'round, it would easily have been 5 stars.

UPDATE 8/16/13:

Well, that was a bust. The movers came and took our fridge on Tuesday, so we finally had space to plug in this cute little fridge to use instead of dealing with coolers of ice for the next 10 days while we finish work on our house before hitting the road. IT NEVER GOT COLD. The freezer nor the fridge had any cool air whatsoever.

At first it felt like it was getting cool on the interior, so before going to bed Tuesday night I (foolishly) transferred the lunch meat and cheese from the cooler to the little fridge assuming it would be completely cold by morning, especially since I put it on the coldest setting. No such luck. So I basically threw out about $40 in the trash because naturally the lunch meat and cheese sat in warmth all night long. So back to Amazon it goes, and this time I am NOT going to get a new one.

In fact, the hubby stopped by a local store yesterday and bought a totally different mini fridge with freezer (for less money) and that one not only had no dents, but started cooling right away so much so, the freezer was able to freeze things without having to wait 24 hours for it to be totally up and running.

Sad to say I'm reducing my star rating to 1 star since this has been a fiasco from the start. I do NOT recommend this fridge save your money and buy something that will not be damaged and work from the get-go.

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Love the product, but they failed to write on the shipping box not to tip this product. The two thin boxes provide little protection and this item arrives with plenty of dings and dents. Poor packing means you will probably wind up with a few unsightly marks. Fridge has been running nonstop, may be from being tossed about in shipping.

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the light in the frig worked, but that was it. Hope the replacement coming this week works and isn't damaged during shipment like others have experienced. Amazon should label the box appropriately so it's not tossed around. My daughters first year in college experienced the issues of ordering appliances online. Love the looks of the frig and freezer and Amazons replacement procedure, however, the shipment should go out next day and the manufacturer should be billed for the cost. CaveMan

Update Sept 29, 2013: Received the replacement before promised and the return couldn't be made easier. The replacement frig works as expected, however, some of the handle screw holds were not fully drilled, so I just added a quick bit to finish the job. Kids love the freezer convenience.

CaveMan

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The unit works as advertised. It looks great in our 50's style rec room. The only issue I've had with it involves the handles. They have both come off. I reseated both of them and they seem secure.