I came across a Crosley Shelvador, mentioned in the article, the first refrigerator with built-in shelves, apparently.
Built in the 1950s, by the early 1990s, the unit was 1) still functioning, 2) in absolutely beautiful condition, and 3) as or more efficient than modern "energy-efficient" refrigerators.
Built in the 1950s, by the early 1990s, the unit was 1) still functioning, 2) in absolutely beautiful condition, and 3) as or more efficient than modern "energy-efficient" refrigerators.