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I think the painful thing to be aware of it that newer appliances (in particular refrigerators because of the energy requirement) will not have the durability of what you are replacing.
I replaced a 18 or so year old fridge (whirlpool) although it worked fine, we were replacing some builder grade appliances and figured we might as well replace the fridge.
We replaced it with a maytag, which lasted about 12 years with a few repairs. We went to replace that one last year, because it had stopped working and the repairs were going to approach 600 or so. We were told that the new technology in refrigerators has changed the life expectancy. They said to expect 5 to 10 years.
We looked around at quite a few, and ultimately went with a Kenmore French door. So far, so good...........
There's nothing new about refrigerators which would shorten their lifetime. Practically speaking they last until you have a sealed system failure, and that hasn't changed much; what's changed is insulation and air sealing.
They are just more complicated and unreliable with film switches and electronic circuits to control defrost etc. for energy savings. But they are cheap same for same over 50years ago. Parts and labor to fix are higher tho.
I highly recommend Sub Zero. I have one that is 32 years old and still going strong. I have a home warranty and the repairs have been reasonable. Had to replace the freezer light switch and recently the refrigerator thermostat. If you cannot afford one, then the next best bet is a Samsung. There are a few models that are counter-depth like the Sub Zero. Counter-depth looks so much better in any kitchen.
I kicked myself in the arse for selling my old GM Frigidaire chest freezer. 50+ years old, still worked, but I wanted an upright. Not 7 years later and it's replacement is almost dead.
I don't trust new appliances- get whatever is cheapest with the functions you want and plan for functional obsolesces in 5 years. Sad but true.
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