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Shane from Toronto
4 weeks ago
Toast of the town! A few years ago I found Tim's website after having picked up a long neglected Canadian model Sunbeam Radiant Control toaster which I cleaned and had mostly working but couldn't get the thermostat to "latch". I sent it out to Tim f ...or repair assuming the thermostat was in need of rebuilding or replacement but he managed to fix it by cleaning and adjusting it and sent it back to me without charge! This after spending a decent amount of his time discussing the issue with me via e-mail and on the telephone. I was thrilled when the restored thermostat was reunited with my toaster and after a bit of calibration (and some more help from Tim) I was back up and toasting. Things were great for a few years until recently my toaster started having the same trouble where it wouldn't "catch" when the trip lever was engaged. I tried my best to troubleshoot, but came up short. Again, I reached out to Tim and he confirmed he would have to have a look at it so off the thermostat unit went to his workshop. Almost as soon as he received the part, it was fixed and sent back to me ready to be reinstalled in my toaster. Of course Tim's repair completely fixed the issue and my toaster is back up and running better then ever. Further, and despite my insistence, this man refused payment for any part of the process - even for the shipping ! When pressed on the matter, he citing some perceived error on his part. I can't say enough about his honesty and generosity, it is truly astounding. Thank you Tim once again and Happy Toasting! (show less)
G K
2 months ago
T-20 Masterpeice The toaster Tim rebuilt is even better than the original. His attention to detail is amazing. I was truly blown away and it was well worth the wait.
Jeryd Lassley
3 months ago
If you need your Sunbeam toaster repaired and/or restored, look no further than Tim's Toasters. I can't say enough good things about Tim and his work. I had read about other people who had their toasters repaired, and it was enough to convince me to ...give it a go. I'm so glad I did. It took some time for the waitlist to catch up to me, but once it did, there were timely email updates, very kind and professional, plus pictures of YOUR toaster as the work progresses. It was a treat unboxing my toaster, which arrived before Christmas! It's never looked better, and works perfectly! What Tim is doing is unique, and well worth the money and time. Thanks Tim!(show less)
Georgi
3 months ago
Tim is absolutely the best! The whole experience went above and beyond a simple restoration of my toaster. He does everything right, keeping you updated along the process. Well worth the wait, which is only because he is super busy restoring many toa ...sters.(show less)
Ellen Gregg
3 months ago
My 100 year old mother-in-law asked my husband to take a look at her broken 1953 T-20-A Radiant Control Toaster. She had received it as a gift in 1953 when my husband was born. It worked perfectly for 72 years! I was enlisted to find someone who coul ...d possibly repair it. So fortunately an internet search lead me to Tim’s Toasters. Tim was marvelous to work with ☺️. Tim was professional, kind, courteous and encouragable explaining how he would go about restoring this wonderful machine to perfection! He kept me informed, sending me update pictures, and assured me of his progress. He provided extraordinary detail and personal insight along the T-20-A ‘s journey through his shop. All this added up to building a trustworthy relationship, so much so I ordered restoration of one from his inventory!!! AMAZINGLY both Sunbeams look and operate as “NEW”. I could not be happier with the outcome. (show less)
Simon
5 months ago
Quite apart from getting two fabulously restored Sunbeam toasters it was an absolute pleasure dealing with Tim; such a gentleman. His passion for what he does came through in all our communications both email and over the phone. Thanks again Tim!
Michael C
8 months ago
Tim communicated well throughout the process. He sent pictures showing the progress. When my toaster arrived it was perfect and works beautifully! This was my parents toaster since new and I am beyond happy with the results.
Scott D.
8 months ago
I'm not easily impressed, and I cannot even remember the last time I was as impressed as I am now! Tim is a great guy to work with, and his diligence and artistry are unsurpassed. I thought my toaster was in fairly good condition when I sent it in, b ...ut man-oh-man, after Tim performed his magic, it has never looked better. Works like a charm too! (show less)
mark keidel
8 months ago
Toaster came back better than when it was born in 1953. Tim completely restored it and sent photos. He tested it (I just wonder how much toast he eats) and it worked right out of the box(es). This isn't an inexpensive project but labor costsoney. Wel ...l worth it. Nowy family will be battling over who gets the toaster.(show less)
Daniel Terzo
9 months ago
I ordered a Sunbeam T20b from Tim a few months ago. The toaster arrived yesterday. However, not only was there a toaster, but also a time machine! When I put the bread in and it lowered automatically, I was instantly returned to when I was a little b ...oy, fascinated by Grandma's Sunbeam Toaster, magically lowering bread, and raising a piece of toast! Tims work is artistic in every sense of the word! He communicates all through the process. It took some time, but that is to be expected. Art isn't rushed! We are so pleased with our beautiful "new" 72 year old toaster!(show less)
A. McCurdy
9 months ago
It is rare to find a businessman like Tim these days. He’s very much like the classic toasters we’ve all come to appreciate. Dependable, a pleasure to work with, and delivers superior results.
Mike Riley
1 year ago
Like Brand New - Only 70 Years Old I had been looking for a toaster to replace the crappy one I had before when I saw an article about Tim's Toasters. I knew then my search was over. I wanted the same one my parents and grandparents had. Throughout ...the process, Tim kept in touch with updates. It took a while but it was well worth waiting for. As soon as I unboxed my "new" T-20-B toaster, all I could say was WOW! Just fantastic work. It is just a stunning model. It's a 70 year old like-new toaster. It's exactly as I remember it as a kid. First thing I did was make some toast, and of course it was perfect. The toaster is fantastic and we enjoy it everyday, not only for making toast, but just to look at the beautiful design. Tim is truly an appliance artist. Even the box is a work of art. You can't go wrong buying one of these.(show less)
Amy Bulbrooke
1 year ago
Love my “new” old toaster!! It was such a pleasure to work with Tim! I decided to invest in a “new” old toaster and I love it! It took a while to get it, but there is a waitlist because he does such a fantastic unique thing. My toaster is beautiful! ... Thank you Tim for the beautiful restoration, communication and trust.(show less)
Katy K.
1 year ago
A Stellar Experience! 🌟 I cannot say enough good things about Tim Wilson as a person and as a skilled craftsman in the art of restoring classic appliances. Thanks to Tim we now have our Sunbeam T-20 toaster back in working order. Yes, it was expe ...nsive. Yes, it took time. But it was worth every penny and every day to have our T-20 back in better than new appearance (a new cloth cord!), and working like it always did from the time I bought it at a yard sale in the mid 1980s. Tim was in constant contact with emails and photographs throughout the entire process. And best of all, Tim provided detailed operational and maintenance instructions when the toaster came back to us. Thanks again, Tim!(show less)
John W
1 year ago
Tim is just incredible, thank goodness for people like him! We sent to him my grandmother's 1953 Sunbeam toaster that my mother and my uncle gave her just after she was widowed. We have a very close Cajun family and there are precious few heirlooms p ...assed down through ordinary families like ours, especially from a woman who raised two children on her own on a teacher's salary in the 1950's, so yes, a toaster can mean that much to someone. I'd confidently venture to say that there is no more trustworthy person out there for yours than Tim. Thanks again, Tim!!(show less)
Valued Customer
1 year ago
Amazing service! Time rebuilt my Sunbeam toaster and I have to think it looks as good as new -- or even better! It works perfectly. Tim has kept me informed of his progress and sent many photos of the work in progress and parts used.
Kenneth Do
1 year ago
Professional and sweet! Tim is simply the BEST. The restoration takes time but he does keep you updated with the progress(with photos) and once you receive it, Tim goes the extra mile to include old advert, instruction, and packaging reproductions a ...nd it’s the attention to detail that gives you confidence in the restoration of the Sunbeam toaster!(show less)
Chuck Boyd
1 year ago
Another job well done by Tim! This is my third toaster Tim has done for me (don't ask). Can't speak high enough as to this savior of Sunbeam toasters!
john barker
1 year ago
Tim Wilson's work is incredible. The restoration of the Sunbeam toaster is magnificent. Thank you Tim, for all you have done!
Brooke Rhead
1 year ago
Toast Bliss is Finally Mine My toaster is now a gorgeous centerpiece in my kitchen and it toasts beautifully. No more toast rudely popping out of the toaster and scaring you when you're staring at it... only gently rising toast, the way it was meant ... to be. Everything about my experience with Tim's Toasters has been perfect! (show less)
R. Prince
1 year ago
Amazing Service! Tim was awesome helping me to acquire a toaster for my grandpa's 93rd birthday that was the same as my grandparents wedding gift!
john barker
1 year ago
Tim is a wonderful restorer. The Sunbeam toaster restoration is incredible. Tim keeps everyone involved to the last detail. What an amazing toaster!
Patti Farmer Elmore
1 year ago
Wonderful discovery! Tim was a wonderful discovery. He went way out of his way to help me with my problem. My T-20-B is restored to like-new condition. Tim’s a very busy man, but he took a lot of time out of his schedule to call me and explain what ...was going on and why I was having problems. Tim’s work is meticulous! I truly enjoyed his communications by email and speaking with him on the phone. It takes time to have your toaster restored, but definitely worth the wait. Thanks Tim!(show less)
Declan Inderbitzen
2 years ago
Helped right over phone and fixed an issue in two seconds I couldn’t fix in two hours. Thanks for the help!
andre bats
2 years ago
Great communication and a brilliant job. Tim explained the process to refurbish my thermostat assembly along with a photo of the replacement part needed. Posting relatively fragile parts from Australia to the other side of the world can be an unsett ...ling experience but Tim packed the part very well and it arrived in undamaged condition and looking like new. I refitted the thermostat and my toaster now makes toast the way it should. Thank you very much Tim, you have one very happy customer.(show less)
Richard Downer
2 years ago
Restored to perfection My parents had a Sunbeam toaster when I was growing up. I don't know what happened to that Sunbeam, but it didn't end up with me. I found one on eBay and Tim was able to restore it to perfection. He has given me a piece of m ...y childhood back, and I will be forever grateful. I will treasure it forever. Tim provided updates with photographs of my toaster in process. When it arrived it came carefully packaged in a box inside a box, with some complimentary Sunbeam original advertising reproductions. It was more than I expected. This is a pricey refurbishment but that's clearly because it is time consuming and painstaking. He treats each toaster like a work of art. The love he puts into his work shows and is worth every penny.(show less)
Bryant Bosland
2 years ago
Your Toaster Deserves This! If you are as obsessed with your toaster as much as I am and wish that it was brand new, that is what Tim did to my 1950's toaster. The process takes a while, but I assure you it is worth the wait. Once your toaster is in ... the queue to be restored Tim is in regular communication with you, sending photos, and explaining what is happening. It's nice to be part of that experience. Highly recommend! I love my shiny "new" toaster.(show less)
Joshua
2 years ago
Much obliged & very grateful Even though I didn't send in my toaster, Tim was very kind & willing to help troubleshoot with me over the phone as to why my rewired toaster was tripping the ground fault. We got it working with his expertise & there's ...no other person I'd trust or send it to for maintenance in the future than him!(show less)
Donald
2 years ago
I am thrilled with Tims restoration of my T-20B toaster! Absolutely stunning. Like new again and functions flawlessly. Tim told me beforehand what the wait time would be, sent me pictures when he started, regularly updated me during each step with mo ...re pictures. He's a very skilled, courteous and kind craftsman. I highly recommend him if you have one of these gems from the past.(show less)
Don
2 years ago
Perfect restoration No regrets having this done! Tim is a fabulous person! He kept me informed throughout the entire process. I am so glad that I had this done! This was my late Mother's Sunbeam toaster and it is the only one that I can remember whi ...le growing up. The craftsmanship and details that he puts into the restoration is amazing! I'm sure if I could go back in time to 1955 this toaster would look exactly the same. The toaster works flawlessly. Great job!!(show less)
Laurie Thomas MD
2 years ago
Just Wow! 30 or 40 years ago, my husband told me about the toaster he had growing up. “The toast slowly rose out of the toaster. It didn’t pop up, like other toasters.” I didn’t believe him. I thought he was pulling my leg. Then I found Tim’s Toast ...ers. I had to get one for Tom. And we love it! Tim does beautiful restoration work. And he is so charming! I’m ordering another one!(show less)
Chris
2 years ago
The utmost experience I contacted Tim after stumbling on his site when I procured a T-20 B from eBay. His thorough description of the restoration process made it a no-brainer to have the work done at Tim’s. While the wait was quite a while for him t ...o begin work, it was simply testament to his skills and artistry. Before work began on my unit, Tim emailed me with the details on his start date. Then pictures and descriptions began. It was so exciting to know about the progress. Just before final reassembly, more progress pictures and specific details about my unit came. Shipping details and tracking were given and then it arrived. So amazingly detailed! Everything looked totally amazing. I love the toaster. You’ll love yours, too.(show less)
Charles Masser
2 years ago
Tim's Toasters are exceptional Attention to detail makes all the difference. If you have any interest in owning a piece of toaster history, Tim is the right man for the job. We actually own two T-20 toasters and you can tell the difference between t ...hem from across the room. Tim's is polished, clean and has a beautiful cord.(show less)
MN Mama
2 years ago
The toaster is beautiful. And functional. It makes my life just a bit easier, and I appreciate that. Tim communicated well during the whole process. I got before/during/after photos of my toaster. Just keep in mind that it all takes time. It's not ... an online it in person store. Good things come to those who wait. It's a buy it for life toaster, and you won't get that anywhere else.(show less)
Ken Hamm
2 years ago
Tim did an excellent job on my T20A toaster restoration. Could not be happier with the quality of his work. He stayed in contact with us throughout the process to let us know the status and progress. Recommend Tim's Toaster restoration to anyone who ...has an old Sunbeam they want fixed or fully restored.(show less)
Ken Hamm
2 years ago
Excellent Work by Tim's Toasters Tim did an excellent job on my T20A toaster restoration. Could not be happier with the quality of his work. He stayed in contact with us throughout the process to let us know the status and progress. Recommend Tim's ...Toaster restoration to anyone who has an old Sunbeam they want fixed or fully restored.(show less)
Chris
2 years ago
If you are on the fence If you are on the fence, thinking about whether or not to use Tim's Toasters restoration service, you should absolutely do so! Tim's services are beyond the scope of anything I have ever experienced in the realm of restoratio ...ns. His experience and insight is better than anything I could have done, simply because he has seen it all. When my T20-B arrived, I was speechless to behold the gleaming jewel that now adorns my countertop. I am certain that it looks and performs better than it ever had in 1955! This is not a rapid process because Tim has actual real life events to attend as well as his side toaster gig. But, hey! Toasters are not a life and death situation (unless a bathtub is involved), so I was fine waiting in the queue. It was totally worth it!(show less)
Richard N Alheid
2 years ago
Tim is the absolute best!! Tim is the absolute best at toaster restoration. He just finished my T-20B and it is magnificent!! Couldn't be more pleased with the job he did and the attention to detail that is put into his work. I highly recommend Tim ...for your toaster restoration job!! 🙂(show less)
Katherine Johnson
2 years ago
Tim exceeded all expectations- WOW!!! What made my experience with Tim Wilson extraordinary? How shall I count the ways? Tim treated me like a dear friend, with unexpected kindness, respect and sincerity! He cared enough to provide detailed ac ...counts of his progress with my late parent's Sunbeam to ensure I was fully informed- complete with photos from every conceivable angle!! I learned that Tim is very busy with his "real" (printing business) job, as the chairperson of the Board of Trustees at the church he has attended his entire life First UMC of London and that he visits the church almost daily to monitor the final stages of the masonry and stained-glass window restoration. Yet he made time for me- and was it ever worth the wait!!! Because the finished product is one gorgeous work of art that I enjoy looking at every day. Not to mention having perfect toast that alluded me (and my parents) for decades!!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart Tim!!!!! You are an artist, craftsman and one incredible human being!!!!!(show less)
Duncan Sullivan
2 years ago
True craftsmanship! Tim is a delightful person and proud of his craft. In a sea of products and services intended only to separate you from your money without actually making your life any better off, his Sunbeam repair and restoration service was r ...efreshingly earnest and human! It's clear he loves what he does for the sake of it. He does not take for granted his strong position in a fairly niche market; he earned and maintains it!(show less)
Gina Heiser
2 years ago
AMAZING This was such a great surprise to receive as a Christmas gift! My toaster looks better than expected and I can tell that it was very well cared for during the restoration process. The box, the instructions, photos, EVERYTHING is top of the ... line!! If this is something you are considering, I highly recommend Tim's Toasters.(show less)
Joe Bowling
2 years ago
Sent my toaster to Mr Tim for repair. Came back looking better than new and working perfectly. Great communications and repair skills. Can't thank you enough.
Jodi Brum
2 years ago
Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Time restored our 1953 sunbeam T-20 toaster and we absolutely love it. Everything works beautifully and the toast comes out perfect. This toaster belonged to my husbands grandmother back in the 50’s and we hope our kids ...will enjoy it one day to. Thank you time for all your hard work.(show less)
DAVID
2 years ago
I agree with all of the other reviews, and I don't know what more I can say. I now have a beautiful and functional toaster that makes me happy because of its elegant engineering and because it reminds me of my wonderful aunt I inherited it from.
Sean Harding
2 years ago
A Huge Thank You. What else can I add to what everyone else has said? Tim was great to work with. The quality of his work was above expectations and my toaster came back good as new. I can't say thank you enough for restoring a family heirloom.
Jeff Sellers
2 years ago
Thank you Tim 🙂 Tim has restored 2 toasters for my family. He is an incredible communicator and it has been a joy working with him on these renovations. I highly recommend working with Tim and enjoying on of his masterpieces. Thanks again Tim!
Andy Schneider
2 years ago
Generosity perfectly mixed with expertise After spending hours trying (and failing) to repair a T-20B that has been in my family for decades, I reached out to Tim for help. I’m so glad I did because he got back with me quickly and walked me through ...a couple of tests that lead to a successful repair. Thank you so much for your kindness! I was really surprised by the willingness to help, and the way you treated me like a close friend. Grateful for a shining example of generosity. My mother will be very excited to have her beloved toaster back this Christmas!(show less)
Max Gerringer
2 years ago
If I could give 6 stars I would. From start to finish this experience was top notch. The care in selecting the right unit, the diligence in communication, and the final product are outstanding -- truly a level of service that seems to be absent from ...most interactions since these toasters were new. Thank you so much!(show less)
Josh
2 years ago
Outstanding service Tim did a fantastic job at restoring my T-20B! Every nook and cranny has been cleaned and the toasting operation optimized, bringing this powerhouse of a toaster back to its fullest potential!
Linda Johnson
2 years ago
Tim is an amazing craftsman and a wonderful human being. Tim reecently restored my family's Sunbeam T-20B. Throughout the process, he kept me informed about whrere he was at with the restoration. This is something I truly appreciated. What I appreci ...ate even more is Tim's kindness, his professionalism, and the sheer love he puts into repairing these amazing machines. He has a gift not just for repairing them, but for letting you know that he values you as a customer and as a human being: I'd told Tim that this Sunbeam was my father's T20B and that he'd loved it. When Tim sent the toaster back to me, he printed a special note to honor my father on the side of the box. I have made a friend whose friendship I will always cherish.(show less)
Ben Meadors
2 years ago
Tim is a master of Sunbeam toaster repair, and is a fountain of knowledge about their operation and use. I was shocked at how my toaster looked pretty much brand new when it came back to me and it works great!
Rob
2 years ago
Great service and skills I can not add much, since everyone else has written great reviews on Tim's outstanding Sunbeam toaster skills. And I agree with them. Our toaster. Nicknamed Mr. T has a place of honor on our kitchen counter top, and is makin ...g prefect toast.(show less)
Shannon F
2 years ago
Beautiful vintage toaster! I bought a Sunbeam toaster that Tim restored and I love it! Thank you Tim!
Rebecca Fox
2 years ago
A very valuable service! A+ all the way! Tim's restoration of our Sunbeam toaster was fantastic! The toaster is gorgeous, safe, grounded, and works exactly as designed. Tim's communication was excellent, clear, timely, thorough, and kind. He kept ... me updated on every step and on his timeline. Thank you again, Tim! I so appreciate you sharing your expertise. You are conscientious in word and deed. My family and I thank you!(show less)
Chuck Pomy
2 years ago
It has been almost one year since purchasing my Sunbeam T-20 toaster and sending it off to Tim for restoration. The toaster continues to produce perfectly toasted bread and has become the centerpiece for breakfast. During this time, we moved into ou ...r newly constructed house and after setting up the kitchen, we plugged in the toaster, and as soon as I dropped a slice into the toaster the outlet GFI tripped. In fact, it would trip any of the kitchen GFI outlets I tried. Sent the toaster off to Tim and he spent a great deal of time disassembling the toaster for inspection and found nothing wrong. Upon return, I tried the toaster at my sisters house and her GFI outlets had no problem. At this point I suspected the new construction GFI outlets may be bad. So, I purchased a different brand of GFI outlet (Leviton) to replace the original outlets (Eaton) in the new house. Plugged the toaster in, dropped a slice of bread into the slot, and it works perfectly! As best we can tell, the Eaton GFI outlets don’t like the large current surge from these older toasters, as the heating elements draw several hundred watts more than modern toasters. Leviton, and possibly other manufacturers, apparently have a broader tolerance for this condition. In any case, the toaster is used for breakfast toast almost every morning and continues working great, no issues. Tim did yeoman’s work troubleshooting this issue and it was a joy to work with him on this issue. If my toaster ever needs service or repair, Tim is the only person I’ll allow to lay hands on my toaster! Thanks Tim!(show less)
Shane from Toronto
2 years ago
Tim the toaster man is amazing! He's like a Sunbeam Radiant Control Toaster whisperer. I had mistakenly self-diagnosed a faulty thermostat in my unit and shipped it to Tim for replacement. He found that the thermostat blade was in perfect shape, cle ...aned and adjusted the contacts (the actual problem) and sent it back to me - at no charge! He even spent time with me on the phone walking me through the final adjustment and calibration so it would toast just right. Happily toasting in Toronto.(show less)
Jonathan Lowder
3 years ago
Top Toaster from a True Craftsman I purchased a gently used 1953 T-20B toaster from eBay with the intent of sending it to Tim to restoration. From the start, he was extremely responsive and helpful. The overall process took several months as this is ... not a main job for Tim, rather a passion project. His attention to detail, thorough restoration process, and care to detail came through with every communication I had with him. We've had the toaster in use for several weeks now and couldn't be happier with the results. Consistent, even toasting. Quiet operation. No hiccups or issues. Thanks to Tim, I'm sure this toaster will outlive me.(show less)
Renee Brown
3 years ago
Amazing restoration of Sunbeam T-20-B Toaster! My husband reached out to Tim to purchase and restore a Sunbeam toaster reminiscent of his childhood. His brother has his parent's original Sunbeam toaster, and Hubby wanted one too. Tim bought and rest ...ored a Sunbeam T-20-B with original manufacture date of 11/8/54. This toaster is beautiful and functional! It looks brand new; you'd never know it is almost 69 years old! Tim does amazing work and kept us well informed throughout the process. When the toaster arrived, it was superbly packaged to ensure no damage occurred during the shipping process. Oh yeah, and it makes perfect toast! Thanks Tim!!(show less)
Jim Wolff
3 years ago
Superlative Experience! The work is magnificent at a reasonable price! It is amazing that a toaster can be so many different things, a work of art, a connection to the past, a treasure box of memories, and ... a toaster... of unique design and funct ...ion. Tim's work takes time; the wait is worth it! Have patience, and you will be greatly rewarded! If you get a chance to engage in an email conversation with Tim, take it! He's quite an interesting fellow - hard-working and deeply involved in his community. Thanks, Tim - to you and your Team for the revitalization of my T-20B!(show less)
Karen McCann
3 years ago
Tim's toasters are better than sliced bread! 😉 My husband saw a news story about Tim and thought it was "so cool" that he restores vintage Sunbeam toasters. Hubby said that he'd love one of those toasters, but thought it would be hard to source one .... Little did he know that I was planning on getting a toaster for his upcoming birthday! The whole experience of buying one of Tim's restored toasters was phenomenal. Tim was very communicative throughout the entire 5 month process and updated the status of "my" toaster regularly via emails and pictures. Tim's enthusiasm and passion for bringing old Sunbeams to life were evident in his emails and finished product. My husband was thrilled to receive a pristine restored toaster on his birthday and shows off the toaster to everyone to this day. 10/10 recommend! Thanks so much, Tim!(show less)
john bilbrough
3 years ago
Great experience! Had my grandparents sunbeam restored to what looks like to me, better than new condition. Amazing quality of work and a pleasure to do business with.
David Thomason
3 years ago
Tim Makes Nostalgic Dreams Come True! First of all, words cannot express how happy we are with the new toaster! It is MAGNIFICENT! The work Tim did to restore it is next level artistic craftmanship. He is amazing! The presentation, the box, the post ...er, the personalized notes are so very wonderful and thoughtful, they brought tears to my eyes. We have been in awe while looking at it on our kitchen counter and admiring it gleaming and sparkling. It was packed extremely well, and no damage at all. Well, we just tried it for the first time, following all instructions and it work PERFECTLY! The best toast we have ever had! Reminds me fondly of my childhood at the breakfast table. Tim, we do so appreciate your taking the time to work your magic on this toaster we now have! Thank you, Tim, you have made us very happy. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!(show less)
David Sellers
3 years ago
Tim's Toasters is a fantastic company! A critical internal part of our beloved Sunbeam T35 broke. Tim has done lots of work to be able to replace the bimetallic strip with a new one. He did this work for us and we are back to REAL toast again!
Richard Taninbaum
3 years ago
My brand new 1952 Sunbeam Tim, you are one in a million! My Sunbeam is now better than brand new. Can’t say enough about the quality of work plus the outstanding communication you provided through the whole experience. All I can say is it was worth ...the wait. Thank you Thank you Thank you.(show less)
Dave
3 years ago
Expert Toaster Restoration: Tim Delivers Perfect Results I recently had the pleasure of working with Tim to restore my beloved Sunbeam toaster, and I must say that he did an outstanding job! From start to finish, Tim was a true professional, taking ...great care to ensure that every detail was perfect. He was able to restore my toaster to its original beauty, and now it works better than ever before. Tim was also incredibly responsive throughout the process, answering all of my questions and keeping me updated every step of the way. Overall, I am extremely impressed with Tim's work and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of toaster restoration services. If you're looking for a true expert who will go above and beyond to deliver amazing results, Tim is the person for you. Five stars all around!(show less)
Linda Pierson
3 years ago
Restored T-20B I recently had my late in-laws' T-20B restored by Tim and his team as a surprise for my husband. He was speechless when he opened the box and has completely enjoyed having this memory of his childhood in perfect working order again. F ...rom start to finish of the restoration process, Tim was communicative and professional. I have been recommending Tim's Toasters to my friends and co-workers over the last few weeks and will continue to do so. Thanks!!(show less)
ragtoreed
3 years ago
America's Finest Mid-Century Toaster OMW! "Oh my word," as Granny used to say. My new T-20-B Sunbeam toaster is a work of art (Deco) - American-Made artistry borne of a post-war industry that baked pride and longevity into their products. My new T ...-20-B Sunbeam toaster has become an instant heirloom, to be included in my Will. My new Sunbeam toaster arrived securely and carefully packaged befitting an heirloom. The instruction and note cards were much appreciated, as they prevented me from doing something stupid and perhaps unsafe in my haste for that first piece of golden brown toast. In fact, I liked the professional packaging and enclosed cards and poster so much, that I'm keeping the personalized retro Sunbeam box and the instructions/note cards, the poster (to be framed) AND the toaster. They all add up to an over-the-top personal touch from Tim's Toasters. Not only are Tim's Toasters First Class, but Tim was first rate in his communications with this potential and then satisfied customer. Tim made time to send photos of my toaster's restoration progress. The photos and now the toaster-in-hand are evident of Tim's dedicated craftsmanship and his attention to detail in rebirthing America's finest Mid-Century toaster. Thanks again, Tim. P.S. We'll be checking back in a couple decades to see if our Sunbeam needs a tuneup.(show less)
Dan Mazuk
3 years ago
Thanks Ran across Tim’s website in Atomic Ranch magazine last year and called him to see if he could repair our toaster (was not a Sunbeam), he was very helpful but in the end the toaster was not repairable. So we went back to our modern day toaster ... and being unhappy with the way it toasted. My wife's birthday was fast approaching and I was late getting her a present..... So I thought of Tim's toasters and corresponded with Tim and lo and behold he had a powder coated T-20B and sent me pictures. He sent it 4 days before her birthday the toaster and it arrived just in time. It works perfectly and it looks stunning with our metallic grey appliances. Tim’s marvelous craftsmanship is a sight to behold, and the packaging in personalized reproduction boxing is a wonderful touch. Tim's excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and great communications are unsurpassed! Finally, we LOVE our perfect toast every morning!(show less)
Ryan Hutcheson
3 years ago
Couldn't ask for more! Not only was I exposed to the wonders of these toasters by an 3rd party article written about Tim but after buying one on ebay and shipping it to him directly without seeing it I knew I was going to receive a gem back and I wa ...s not mistaken! I'm a product weirdo so expect me to keep talking about Tim and his toasters every chance I get.(show less)
Chris Hollingsworth
3 years ago
Best Customer Service Experience of my Life! As you read through Tim's endless list of 5 Star reviews you may begin to wonder if anyone can be worthy of such endless praise and in this curiosity you aren't alone. I wondered the same thing before doi ...ng business with Tim and I definitely went into it with reserved yet reasonably high expectations. That being said, Tim has met and exceeded my expectations every single step of the way. From communications via email, to follow through on promises made, he is the genuine article and a breath of fresh air in today's modern society. While I didn't have my T20-B restored by Tim, I first purchased one of his new reproduction cords which is beautiful and looks great on my toaster and later I helped get my father's T20 back in action by having Tim install one of his newly re-engineered bimetallic blades into my thermostat. If you're decently handy and don't mind spending the time, you can remove your thermostat, send it to Tim and he will fit a brand new bimetallic blade, test it for perfect operation and send it back to you good as new. I just received mine a few days ago and got it installed yesterday afternoon. My dad's toaster was back up and running and he'll be so glad to have it back. I simply can't say enough about how great it has been dealing with Tim and clearly my experience and opinion is widely shared. If you have a toaster that needs restoration or need any help with your old Sunbeam, do not hesitate to reach out and trust Tim. He will absolutely take wonderful care of you and you'll be so glad that you did!(show less)
Steven Ring
3 years ago
In person picked up my Sunbeam I was so excited for my toaster I decided to pick it up in person! I met Tim and his whole team. To say it was a phenomenal experience is truly an understatement. True warmth and caring, coupled with the incredible att ...ention to a detailed restoration, sets this life experience apart from any other. Of course I will think of my Grandparents every time I use my Sunbeam, but I also know they would be very, very pleased knowing it was Tim that made it possible. Send him your Sunbeam and rest easy. It will be lovingly cared for!(show less)
Aubrey Hardaway Sandoz
3 years ago
The best experience ever. I was gifted my toaster and was so keen on getting fixed. I was pointed towards Tim Toasters by word of mouth from the vintage loving community in DFW. WORTH EVERY PENNY for his craftsmanship, and his ethics are refreshing i ...n this hussle of a world. I feel so grateful my toaster is in tip top shape, no longer a fire hazard, and is sparkling inside and out! WELL WORTH THE WAIT! Thank you TIM'S TOASTERS!(show less)
Nicholas Williams
3 years ago
Amazing Product, Spectacular Customer Service I purchased a restored toaster from Tim ~14 months ago. It worked wonderfully and looked amazing in my kitchen but this past month I noticed it had some issues. I reached out to Tim and he immediately j ...umped on a call with me to diagnose the issue. When we realized he'd need to service it, he offered to pay for UPS packing/shipping and placed my toaster first in line. True to his pledge, less than 2 weeks later I received my toaster -- working perfectly for the past 2 weeks making daily toast, chrome polished, AND with a new cord. Couldn't praise Tim and his team enough; his dedication to his craft and customers is beyond compare.(show less)
Will
3 years ago
Tim did a great job restoring several toasters for me. By the time he is finished restoring a toaster, it's in near like-new condition.
CP
3 years ago
Excellent Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail I had been looking for a good toaster for several years. The best I could find was a DuoLite, fully mechanical, toaster. But as good as it was, it was finicky to set up and different breads all require ...d their own setup. Stumbled across Tim’s website and immediately knew this was THE toaster for me. Spent some time searching and finally found a T-20 model in working condition. Purchased the unit and sent it off to Tim as soon as I received it. I received my restored toaster just before Christmas. It works perfectly and it looks stunning as well. Tim’s marvelous craftsmanship is a sight to behold, and the packaging in personalized reproduction boxing is a wonderful touch. If you are looking for someone to restore these marvelous pieces of mechanical engineering, you can’t go wrong by sending your toaster to Tim. His excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and great communications are unsurpassed! Finally, you will LOVE your new toaster!(show less)
Joe C.
3 years ago
Don’t hesitate to send yours to Tim! Tim is an absolute pleasure to work with. He went above and beyond to get my T20-C working again.
Jeanine McEnroe
3 years ago
Just beautiful! Who knew a toaster could conjure emotion? After my dad's passing, I found my parent's Sunbeam toaster--a wedding gift in 1959--stored in the basement. A few years earlier we had replaced it with a cheap toaster just to get my dad thro ...ugh his morning routine. I couldn't part with it. The Sunbeam had sat on our kitchen counter throughout my entire childhood. I found Tim online and shipped off the toaster for refurbishing. Tim was responsive and sent pictures of progress along the way. Also provided info (our toaster was date stamped when manufactured (12/10/56)). The toaster now sits on my counter and I know it'll last my lifetime. I'll let my children decide who will keep it on theirs. It's an heirloom and I love having it back! Thank you Tim!(show less)
Cullen Elliott
4 years ago
What an awesome experience! We couldn’t be happier with our restored Sunbeam. Everything about the experience was professional and carried out with extreme care to every detail . If you have a Sunbeam that needs restoring, I highly recommend Tim’s To ...asters.(show less)
brian
4 years ago
grandma’s broken toaster We had been carrying around grandma’s broken toaster for so long we had almost given up hope of ever getting it repaired. Then we found Tim’s Toasters! Just received it and it works perfectly, looks like new and the personal ...ized packaging is outstanding! 🙂(show less)
Mike curtis
4 years ago
Perfect Toaster Tim restored my Sunbeam T20-B toaster to an incredible level of like new condition that other than time travel I don't know where else you could find. His very friendly and polite correspondence was wonderful and reassuring. Receivin ...g it in a personalized replica Sunbeam box was icing on the cake. Complete with excellent easy to read instructions and a wonderful surprise gift made this experience delightful. This beautiful toaster now graces our kitchen and works flawlessly! Thank you Tim and may you continue gracing others with your talents!(show less)
Sniders
4 years ago
WOW! Tim is amazing! WOW!! There are no words adequate to express our A++++ positive experience with Tim and the restoration work he performs on these vintage beauties! Absolutely gorgeous work, documented work before and after photos...Tim is an ab ...solute joy to work with. His customer service is beyond anything we have ever experienced! We received our restored 1956 Sunbeam yesterday, and now we are enjoying delicious toast again in the very same toaster given as a birthday gift to my paternal grandmother in 1956! I still have the photo of her sitting and holding the toaster on her lap! Thank you, Tim!(show less)
Chris “Facetheseasons” Nelson
4 years ago
I absolutely love my toaster. I'm so attached to it! Thank you Tim! I absolutely love my toaster! It stopped working so I sent it back and there was a tiny wire had come loose. Tim fixed it and sent it right back! He was very quick and accommodating ...!! It's worked perfect ever since. I got it as a gift in 2019. I use it every single day and this toaster gives me joy!(show less)
J D
4 years ago
Passionate and Professional Your Sunbeam Toaster will be in good hands when with Tim for repair! Tim possesses a passion for both repairing the classic toasters and for professional customer service! Anyone who has entrusted their toaster with Tim s ...hould consider themselves lucky to have discovered him. The closing line of his emails captures his style perfectly: peace and respect.(show less)
Pamela Dragon
4 years ago
Toaster of Husband's Dreams I've been married 15 years, never have I been able to *gift* my husband something he was drooling over. He saw the Sunbeam toaster online (youtube) then went to watched an hour of toaster reviews. Then went on to explain ... to me the engineering behind the Sunbean toaster, how you can't find this kind of toaster, etc. So here I was, knowing he really would love a toaster like this. I went online, and all I could find was Sunbeams toasters in disarray (mostly Ebay). I was heartbroken. Then one night I decided to go on "duckduckgo.com" and put in "Sunbeam for sale" and came across Tim's website. All I can say is I've never had such great customer service, and it was an exciting process as he worked on the toaster. Well the day the toaster came in the mail it felt like Christmas. My husband was confused, but then was floored when he opened it up. Vintage, one of a kind toaster- automatic, completely refurbished and a grounded power cord (I loved this the most because of our 2 kiddos). It's one of my engineer husband's favorite "useful" toys. Suffice to say it is the most regularly used appliance in our kitchen, just after the stove. I also never realized, that the gourmet toast you get out at fancy restaurants- YOU CAN HAVE AT HOME!!! I normally have never been fond of toast, now I am buying SO many different types of bread to see what I like. So, it's my "husband's" toaster, but it's become a permanent part of our lives- and changed our family breakfasts (and lunch times if you toast the bread first). I wonder how we ever toasted toast with out it. Thank you Tim!(show less)
Kyle Petrozza
4 years ago
A Dying Breed There's not much more to say that hasn't already been said by all the others. Tim is a national treasure; a sort that seems to be, in great number, a dying breed. One who not only sees the value in good design, but also the need to spe ...nd time and talents to keep the good design alive in our world. Add to that the kindness, lightheartedness, professionalism, and care with which he seems to go about his life and you start to feel that his work goes beyond that of "these little chrome gems". I'm glad I found our Brave Little Toaster, glad I found Tim, and glad to spread the word about his work far and wide.(show less)
Cathy Tobias
4 years ago
Best toast I've ever had Once I saw a Sunbeam radient toaster, I knew I had to have one. Tim was very easy to work with; I received quick responses any time I contacted him. I received my toaster in the timeframe I was told to expect it and it is go ...rgeous, like new, everything I hoped for and more. I love knowing every single part of this toaster was inspected and made safe. You cannot count on that with most vintage electric purchases. If you are considering purchasing one of these toasters, you've found the place to do it. Thank you, Tim!(show less)
V.Lombardi
4 years ago
Tim is truly an Artisan Technician operating at the top of his game. These restorations are truly the Ferrari's of the toaster world and are really works of Art. In time, these toasters he has restored will be worth thousands of dollars as true ... collector items, so buy them while you can, there are only so many of these old world beauties left.(show less)
Allen Oshana
4 years ago
There aren`t enough stars to rate Tim on my son`s T-35 toaster. He is the MASTER of Sunbeam toasters! Tim is an honest, genuinely great person, just can`t praise him enough.
Johnny Sanders
4 years ago
I love Tim's Toasters. Great
Richard Reeves
4 years ago
Worth Every Penny I found Tim to be a polite, responsive, knowledgeable, and honest businessman. My model T-35-1 was expertly packaged, looks brand new, and works like a dream. These toasters weren't cheap when Sunbeam first started making them, and ... Tim's restored units aren't cheap today. However, I feel they're worth every penny and expect to get a lifetime of use out of mine.(show less)
Rob Munroe
4 years ago
THE best. Tim is not only an absolute wizard at restoring these toasters, but also one of the kindest and most thoughtful people I've ever dealt with. His attention to detail is incredible, and his finished product is absolutely worth every single p ...enny. He even discovered that an older attempt to replace the power cord on my toaster was done incorrectly and was a potential fire hazard! So happy I sent it off to him. I can't recommend him and his services highly enough.(show less)
FW
4 years ago
Our T-20-B toaster had been sitting in a paper shopping bag on the floor for years because it was too pretty to throw out but not functional. Luckily, a friend told my husband of Tim's restoration work and after a few emails back and forth we sent it ... off. Tim was upfront with pricing, responded in a timely manner to questions, provided an honest time line for repair, and sent pictures of progress. Also, he loves his toasters (:. It was a great experience.(show less)
Steve Madigan
4 years ago
Great Toaster Restoration !!! Tim did a great job restoring our Sunbeam T20-B toaster! It looks and works great. He was a pleasure to communicate with by email. He takes pride in his work and does a great job. We also enjoyed the several historical ...items he sent back with our toaster. I highly recommend his restoration service.(show less)
John
4 years ago
I found it about 20 years ago... About 20 years ago, I was in a junk shop and found an old toaster that looked pretty bad. I bought it, thinking that I might take it apart and see how nice I could make it. I got it home and cleaned it up and foun ...d that it had looked bad only because there had been a thick layer of grease on it, and beneath that was a vintage gem of kitchen equipment. But it needed work. Armed with a screwdriver, I began, but soon found it more complicated than I wanted to try, given that it was electric. I put it back in a carefully packed box, where it languished through a few moves, until I learned about Tim's work. I sent it to him and he did a great job! I was very pleased to get back a lovely, extremely clean, smoothly functional toaster that was what I had long been hoping for. Great work - highly recommended.(show less)
Anthony DeLuca
4 years ago
Exceptional Toaster, Exceptional Restoration Experience WOW! That is the best way to describe our restored Sunbeam T-20-A toaster that Tim lovingly restored for us. The entire experience from start to finish was a pleasure. Tim is very detailed and ...we knew exactly what to expect with our restoration. It was very cool to follow along as Tim sent progress updates / pictures of our toaster as it was being restored. The toaster arrived perfectly packed and looked like it came right from the factory. You can tell the toaster was restored with love and care. I cannot recommend Tim's work enough. This has been our first restoration experience, and Tim made it an absolute joy. If you have any Sunbeam radiant control toaster, Tim is your restoration guy of choice!(show less)
Ryan Powell
4 years ago
A New Power Cord I reached out about purchasing a replacement power cord for my toaster. Tim responded the next business day, and I had a replacement cord by the end of the week. The braided cord was top quality, and Tim took the time to properly in ...stall the plug and crimp connectors so all I had to do (in theory, because my toaster was in pieces from being cleaned) was take off the bottom of the toaster and tighten a few washers. I'm really happy with the purchase.(show less)
Joel Herman Vom Frederick town
4 years ago
Literally, "The Night before Christmas" Twas the night before Christmas and all through the land, not a creature was stirring except the ups man. I smiled at the snowfall in this small Maryland town, it was a wonderful setting just at sundown. Ma i ...n her night gown and I in night shirt had just settled down for a bit of a flirt. Then, there was the ups man, delivering by eve, he had been on my front porch and ready to leave. A small box was left sitting to the right of the rug, I went down to the front door and gave it a tug. As the moon light gave notice, I had little to fear, that a true Christmas Miricle would shortly appear. I could see all the care that was taken throughout, Tim's well-earned reputation, no longer in doubt. This package was assembled as well as Fort Knox, My wondering eyes beheld a T-20b (in a original box.) I'm so proud of my Sunbeam and my friend "Toaster Tim", may his Aura stay bright, and his shine never dim. As my golden-brown toast, so magic to appear, I cut a thick slice of sweet butter to smear. And as family are shown...astonished they seem, we are sharing the legacy of the "Radiant Sunbeam." As my toast rose before me and the chrome shown so bright, I heard " Merry Christmas to all...and to all a good night." Tim and team, you all did such a great job getting my toaster out to me after I promised I wouldn't rush you. I couldn't be happier. Merry Christmas, Joel(show less)
Marshall
4 years ago
Tim fixed the thermostat on my otherwise perfect 1950 T-20 and got it working perfectly. He knows his Sunbeams and did an amazing job.
Ed & Lydia
4 years ago
Sunbeam Model T-20 Radiant Control toast, anyone? Tim communicated with us through the process. He was transparent and provided full documentation and pictures of the toaster restoration process. Tim was honest about the repair of our T-20. He shared ... with us that the T-20 was the original toaster that started the series and told us that there might be a chance that he could not repair it because there was a part that was no longer made. We packaged our toaster and sent it to Tim. The toaster that left our house was nice, but the toaster that came back from Tim's Toasters is pristine. Our toaster looks and works like brand new. Tim sent the toaster back in a box with customized labels and information about the unique features of the Sunbeam Model T-20 Radiant Control toaster. I wish there were more high-quality repair shops; take the time and care in restoring other vintage appliances like Tim's Toasters! Without any reservations, we highly recommend Tim's Toasters! Thank you, Tim. You made our Sunbeam T-20 an amazing, high-functioning, and beautiful feature in our kitchen.(show less)
Jerry & Kathy
4 years ago
Simply put, a phenomenal restoration and experience! Tim made my wife’s Christmas gift, a 50+ year old T-35-1 sparkle like new, inside and out. Tim’s attention to detail is amazing. Everything, from the like new inside bits, the gleaming bakelite, s ...parkling chrome body, the new & improved cord and plug, to the personalized label on the box look exceptional. And it works perfectly! In addition to his impeccable attention to detail, Tim was engaging and communicative, keeping me informed and updated throughout the process. Emails complete with photos were frequent and personalized, and Tim phoned personally to discuss the labeling and shipping details. And it arrived in time for Christmas too. The service Tim provides is reasonably priced and worth every penny. To describe the restoration and experience in one word: phenomenal!(show less)
David Edwards
4 years ago
The first one I bought was so nice I came back for more! I bought a restored T-20-B from Tim in September 2021 and loved it so much that I decided to have him restore a T-35 for me. Tim worked his magic again and the T-35 is every bit as beautiful a ...s my T-20-B. He really does a splendid job on all of his restorations, and I am so incredibly thrilled with the two he did for me! You can rest assured in knowing that your toaster will arrive looking brand new. It's been an absolute pleasure dealing with Tim throughout the entire process. I couldn't be happier!(show less)
Colin Ahern
4 years ago
Love this toaster. Beautiful and functional, restored to perfection by Tim and arrived in time for Christmas. Can’t recommend highly enough.
S.W. Kilgore
4 years ago
Most satisfying customer service ever I have been remiss in not leaving a review earlier to let prospective customers know that words such as ‘superlative’, ‘outstanding’, ‘extraordinary’, ‘marvelous’ and ‘remarkable’ seem insufficient to describe t ...he level of care and service provided by Tim Wilson of Tim’s Toasters. I have simply never had a more satisfying experience dealing with anyone in the service industry. An extraordinarily thoughtful communicator, Tim first explained in meticulous detail each step he would take in restoring the 1956 Sunbeam T-20B Automatic Toaster I inherited from my parents. After sending the toaster for refurbishing, Tim provided photos by e-mail of my toaster as he was restoring it. When I received it from him, it looked and operated as if brand new. He packaged it in what appeared to be a facsimile of the original box in which it was sold in 1956, except that it noted the month and year of restoration and that it had been restored for my wife and I (our names were printed on two of the labels. At my request, Tim even included the original power cord and plug that he replaced on the unit. Typical of Tim’s toaster wizardry, the replacement cord he procured and installed not only accommodated the grounded plug that makes the toaster as restored safer, but actually mimics exactly the colors and patterns present on the original cord. I recommend Tim Wilson of TimsToasters.com without reservation. I believe he provides good value for money, and lovingly restores the Sunbeam toasters for his customers as if he were restoring his own. Five out of five stars (I would give him more of I could).(show less)
Buff
4 years ago
The best part of the whole adventure has been getting to know Tim. Small businesses are the best and the 1-on-1 relationship you can build with an owner are invaluable. Tim is professional and personable, and quickly responded to all of my emails. He ... kept me up to date with detailed pictures of the restoration, and clearly worked out the specifics for shipping. As others have noted, Tim does an incredible job of toaster repair and restoration. I was completely gobsmacked at how brand new looking my T-20-B was upon it's return. And it works like new, as well. Better even, with the improved grounded wiring. The special return packaging and included retro Sunbeam poster were lovely added touches. To help save him a little money and protect from porch pirates, we decided to ship my toaster to my workplace. Tim got in contact with my boss and the two of them worked out a way to surprise me with my perfectly restored toaster – on Christmas Eve! My T-20-B was my parents' wedding toaster from 1955. It's the only toaster I knew growing up and we used it up until the early 1990s when it quit working. But I couldn't bear to just toss it. I stored it in my basement for 30 years, hoping to find a way to repair it one day. I am now enjoying the best toast – I'd almost forgotten how good it can be. I am so pleased to have found Tim's Toasters.(show less)
Andrew
4 years ago
A perfect toaster, perfectly restored Tim did an incredible job on this toaster restoration! It's truly like new and toasts bread beautifully. And his attention to detail is second to none - including personalized packaging and an accompanying Sunbe ...am poster! Couldn't be happier!(show less)
Josh Jordan
4 years ago
Immaculate restoration of the best toaster ever Tim restored my Sunbeam toaster to immaculate condition. The chrome shines like a lake under the moon, and the toaster itself makes the best toast I've ever had. The toast is cooked evenly all over to ...the desired degree of doneness. It even toasted Ezekiel 4:9 flourless bread perfectly. This is one of those rare gifts that will be both treasured and used daily, for a lifetime.(show less)
Bruce
4 years ago
Back in the late 50’s and early 60’s, my parents would take us kids to visit our grandparents. Being a young shaver, I was amazed and intrigued by how their toaster worked. The piece of bread placed in the toaster would slowly go down and then would ...slowly rise as cooked toast automatically. As the years passed, sadly my grandparents passed away. Knowing how much I had always liked the old Sunbeam toaster, my parents ask me if I would like to have it. I was very happy to have inherited it, and for a couple of decades it had been working fine, but about a month or so ago it stopped working. Not wanting to get rid of the toaster, I took it upon myself to see if I could fix it and was amazed to see the manufactured date stamped inside: Jan. 31, 1956 (Sunbeam model T-20B). WOW! It had been working for 65 years! I did the basic tinkering with it, cleaned it but to no avail as it still wouldn’t work. I search the internet looking to see if I could find anyone who repaired these types of toasters. Nothing showed up except a few places where you could download a “fix it yourself” manual, if you wanted to try it, but it wasn’t for me. I searched a little more and ran across “timstoasters.com”. Initially, I just wanted a repair, not a total restoration, but after talking to my wife and then with Tim about what he does in restoration, I decided to send it to him for the total restoration. My wife and I decided the toaster had become a treasured family heirloom that we could someday pass down to the kids in our family. When we received the toaster back yesterday, we were shocked in amazement! The toaster looked brand new, inside and out just like it must’ve looked back in1956 when my grandparents bought it! It truly exceeded any expectations we had for what it might look like coming back. Tim is a magician with who clearly enjoys and takes great pride in his work. Not only did he repair and make the toaster look and function like new again, but he also returned it in a beautiful “retro” toaster box (which will be kept as a treasure now too!) with repro of an old Sunbeam Toaster ad which we plan to frame and hang in our kitchen. There were also some great instructions on care and maintenance of the toaster. My wife and I joked that the toaster looks so great now, that it should be put in a case on display in a museum! We almost don’t want to use it because it’s so clean and shiny, but we know we will. Tim really knows his stuff and kept us well informed with e-mails and lots of pictures he took while working on the toaster. Tim is both very professional and kind. Thanks to Tim, we now have great working toaster that will stay in our family for generations to come. We highly recommend Tim’s Toaster to anyone and everyone who has a toaster needing repair and restoration! Thank you Tim!(show less)
Alan Case
4 years ago
Super restoration of my Sunbeam Tim restored my mother's Sunbeam T20B. It was mfg 9/28/54. This is sort of a family heirloom for me, since it was the only toaster she ever had and that I ever knew. It had stopped working. Now, it works perfectly - A ...GAIN. Tim's service and craftsmanship is beyond belief. My toaster now is basically brand new, the same as it was when my mother bought it new in 1954. As for service, he communicated along the way and sent me dozens of pictures of the restoration - in fact, his emails with pictures overloaded my inbox! haha I won't repeat all the other reviews you see on his website. These are all similar stories and my experience with Tim was the same. Tim's work is fantastic. If you have a Sunbeam toaster that you want to have restored, or want to buy one, I can tell you that Tim is the guy you need to contact.(show less)
Sally Sue
4 years ago
Only the best My name is Sally Paulin. My husband and I reside in Franklin, Indiana. Tim Wilson just completed restoring a beloved Sunbeam toaster for us and asked that I contact you with my thoughts on his service, so here goes! My mother worked ... at Sunbeam in the 50's. She made these toasters, or parts of them anyway. For over 50 years my Sunbeam T35 sat on my counter and made countless pieces of toast, pastries, etc. and never had a hiccup! Mom used to tease me that she made it well so it was a standing agreement between us that she made perfect kids and a perfect toaster! In April of this year, my beloved mother passed from this life at the age of 91. The day I came home from her funeral in Chicago, our toaster decided to die too! I swear it was nothing short of weird that the toaster broke when Mom did and my 4 other siblings and I all thought it really would be like Mom to pull a joke like that. We tried to fix it, but there was no way. It required an expert in a field that apparently has long died, so the hunt was on. I found a gentleman in Ohio who was undergoing some medical treatments and had to retire, but he had sent all of his business to Tim. I immediately contacted Tim and within a few days, our toaster was on its way to be refurbished by an unknown person in London, Ohio. This appliance means the world to me, as you can imagine, so sending it out to a complete stranger in a different state was really a big step. I cannot tell you how many e-mails Tim and I exchanged and some just for fun. He kept me informed at every step of the way, even sending multiple pictures. The communication is absolutely everything you would wish for when it comes to service, friendliness, and caring. Tim has it all! We received our toaster back the other day, packed in a box matching that which it would have been packed in 70 years ago, but this time with our names on it: "Reconditioned for Steve and Sally Paulin, December, 2021." There was a beautiful poster that came with it that was a copy of the original ad (see picture), but more importantly, our toaster gleamed both inside and out! She was sporting a brand new (and safe) plug, and every inch of that toaster was a pristine as the day it left the factory in Chicago! Tim did not let us down. My only wish is that there were more like him in this world because it would be a much better place to live! His knowledge is beyond compare, but his work ethics and caring just showed in every part of his work. If you need a recommendation, this is mine for Tim. I hope that we never lose craftsmen like him, and that our throw-away society can see the benefits to just having an old toaster with lots of memories that can now be passed down to our granddaughter with pride. I have enclosed a rather poor picture of the toaster after it arrived at our home the other day. I could not capture the gleam of the triple chrome finish, but I did try! We immediately toasted a piece of homemade bread and "toasted" Tim and his expertise, knowing how proud Mom would have been to see it back on our counter. Thank you, Tim.(show less)
Dawn
4 years ago
Love my “new” toaster from Tim! Not only is it a thing of beauty but it’s fun to watch. The toast truly comes out perfect. Taking it out of the awesome box, it looks brand new! Tim does a fantastic job of restoration right down to the new vintage sty ...le cord. I had purchased a vintage toaster years ago and tried to get it restored by a company in Vegas that had a show on TV. They didn’t even return my email! Tim is very kind, polite and responsive and I feel very fortunate that he had a gorgeous T20B available for me to buy. It will now be in my family forever, nothing like this was passed down from my parents or grandparents. It may be in the will😉. Love the special things Tim does with the packaging, etc. I’m having my daughter make a special quilted cover to keep it safe. Thank you Tim!(show less)
Hal Stewart
4 years ago
The 1953 Wedding Present In 1953 my parents were married and one of their wedding presents was a Sunbeam T-20-B toaster. After that wedding in Maine it went with them to their first home in Mississippi. In 1957 it made its move with my parents to Ma ...ssachusetts where it has resided since then. It has been one of the staples of the home they built in 1960 and has outlived them both. Today I live in the same house with the same toaster. Recently the original cord, which served as the toaster's life line, gave out after 68 years. After searching at all of the local small appliance repair shops I found Tim's Toasters online. It was Tim that was able to provide the one cord that was needed to restore the T-20-B to its full glory. He has been kind and helpful in getting back a toaster that not only makes a perfect piece of toast but back to an item that was a part of the home and family I grew up with. Thanks Tim!(show less)
Theresa Jones
4 years ago
Exceeded all expectations My T 20 has been in the family since purchased in 1950! Still worked perfectly except that worn cloth cord became unsafe. I feel very lucky to have found Tim's Toasters online. His prompt response, thorough instructions and ... new, beautiful cloth covered, grounded cord made all the difference! thank you(show less)
Brandon E.
4 years ago
High Quality Restoration Work High quality work, his restoration process makes decades old toasters look and work like they are brand new. Expensive and can take some time, but worth it if you want your mid-century toasters to outlive you. The man h ...imself is also responsive to emails and willing to communicate the current progress of your toaster restoration.(show less)
Michael Romaine
4 years ago
68-year-old T20B family toaster… I received my 68-year-old T20B toaster back today! It has been in our family since the early 1950s. It looks perfect and works just like new! The new adjustment knob, electric cord, Sunbeam highlights and everything ...is spic and span inside. I am truly impressed by the care and work that you performed. The extra details you provide, like the custom box, instruction cards and the poster put it this refurbishment over the top. It is a great pleasure to find someone that takes great pride and care in what they do, you certainly exemplify that. If someone ever told me there was a craftsman for toasters and customer service I would have snickered. You turned that snicker into an amazed smile. I highly recommend Tims' Toasters!(show less)
David Edwards
5 years ago
The Toaster I've Been Searching For! For years I've been searching antique stores trying to find a vintage toaster for my 1950s kitchen that would also bring back fond memories of one from my childhood. Though I had seen some toasters that would loo ...k nice sitting on my kitchen counter, I couldn’t imagine actually making toast in them, as they looked pretty disgusting inside. I eventually gave up the search and settled on a modern, retro-style toaster, but it didn’t make decent toast – part of the bread would come out under-toasted while other areas were burnt. So the search continued. As luck would have it, I came across an ad for Tim’s Toasters and reached out to him to see if he had any restored toasters for sale. Tim was incredibly friendly and helpful, sending me pictures of some that he had ready to go. After some wonderful e-mail exchanges, I decided on a T-20-B and I couldn’t be happier! Tim quickly shipped the toaster and when I opened the package I was surprised and delighted by the personalized and retro graphics on the box containing my toaster. As for the toaster itself, it is absolutely stunning! It looks brand-new and makes the most perfect toast I’ve ever had. It is obvious that Tim puts a lot of love and pride into his work, as he goes that extra mile to make sure every detail is as perfect and authentic as possible. After working with Tim, I feel like I’ve made a new friend. I am so in love with my new toaster that I’m now looking to buy a T-35 from him!(show less)
William Keyser
5 years ago
Tim Restored My Toaster! I bought a VT40-1 off ebay. When the toaster arrived it was obvious it needed to be cleaned and restored. After a quick Google search I discovered Tim. All I can say is wow. Tim did an incredible job restoring & cleaning my ...toaster. It came back looking like new and it works great. Tim was very professional and kept me updated on the entire process. I feel like I made a new friend! Thanks Tim!(show less)
Steve from Cleveland
5 years ago
Like I remembered, but better! Like many other people, for most of my adult life I have cycled through numerous cheap, flimsy toasters that don’t toast well and have knobs that fall off. All the while, I had a dim memory going all the way back to my ... earliest childhood of my family having a toaster where you just put the bread in a slot and it went down on its own. I also remember sitting at the kitchen table as a pre-schooler and knowing that when I heard a “click“ sound I could get up and walk back toward the toaster because the toast was going to come up. Nobody else seemed to remember this and I couldn’t find any evidence of it… until I stumbled on Tim’s website. And that led me to YouTube videos that described how the Sunbeam radiant control toaster worked. And that led me back to Tim’s website to see if I could purchase one. He was helpful, kind and knowledgeable and of course had a toaster to sell. What was even better was that Tim had come up with a solution for some models that he has restored that was an alternative to re-chroming the toaster and that was to use a color powder coating instead. And one of the toasters that he had was red, which is my favorite color and matches every small appliance that I have in my kitchen. So, not only did I get an excellent toaster, I got one in my favorite color! Dropping the bread in in just the right way was a slight learning curve for me but once I did it it has worked perfectly just like I remember it. For years I have been convinced that there is a consumer advocate whose sole job is to follow me around so the retail establishments will quit carrying things that I like. So to have this experience was kind of like the opposite of that.(show less)
Jeff Mudrick
5 years ago
I sent my burnt corded Sunbeam T35 to Tim for a refresh. He upgraded the cord and renewed the guts and exterior chrome and bakelite with a level of care that was truly remarkable, also providing updates along the way. Special packaging upon return wa ...s the icing on the cake. Toaster is better than new. Very highly recommended.(show less)
Michael Phillips
5 years ago
My Mom and Dad would be pleased. This toaster was a wedding gift to my parents back in 1954. Sometime in the 80s it stopped working and was taken apart (somewhat) and put in a box labelled "Sunbeam Toaster, needs repair". I found it when I cleaned ou ...t her house after she passed several years ago. I could force the heating elements to come on but the raising mechanism was shot. Enter in Tim's Toasters. Every aspect has been restored, including the original cloth wrapped cord. Tim is a man who fulfills his chosen niche to the nth degree! The label on the return box is a hoot. The point here is that things can be made to be repaired rather than junked. This throwaway society we live in now has emphasized short term profit over craftsmanship and common sense. Anyhow, the toast is in and five-year-old me is just waiting for it to pop up "automatically beyond belief".(show less)
Natalia
5 years ago
My new toaster is a shiny perfection! It looks fantastic on my counter. It instantly became a focal point in my kitchen and everyone is asking me about it. Bread comes out perfect. You can customize the darkness and I do not miss the popping sound th ...at my old toasters were making. I am so impressed with Tim's Toasters. Everything was perfect from selecting the right toaster for me with Tim's expert advice, to lightning fast shipping and perfect packaging. Thank you Tim! I am one of many happy customers.(show less)
Conner Ryan
5 years ago
Beyond Belief I cannot begin to express how impressed I am with Tim's Toasters. Everything from marketing touches like a personalized Sunbeam box complete with vintage ads to the pride of craftsmanship invested in the restoration process reflects un ...surpassed exceptionalism. Tim was kind enough to custom color a Vista model for me in a very specific shade of 50's turquoise, and he spent painstaking hours making sure the match was exact and communicating with me at every stage. Now I not only have a stunning vintage appliance that makes the best toast I've had since Mom made toast in her Sunbeam, but I also have a one-of-a-kind display piece that steals the midcentury spotlight in the kitchen. Thank you, Tim.(show less)
Felicia Grieco
5 years ago
Better than new! My husband was still in mourning over the loss of a Sunbeam Vista toaster we had years ago. After many years it had not toasted evenly anymore. We did not know about Tim or that it could be repaired. We came across Tim’s add and af ...ter contacting him, we were convinced he was very knowledgeable. We ordered a Vista VT-40. It came well packaged and looked as though it came new from the factory….only better. It now had a 3 prong cord. I first read the instructions which were very helpful. I strongly recommend always reading instructions! I adjusted mine to slightly lighter than center and the toast was beautiful. My husband repeatedly says how he loves our new toaster. Tim kept in touch with pictures of the progress. He is a very kind man and made the whole process a pleasure. I think I will close now and go have a piece of toast with butter and orange marmalade. Yum!(show less)
Cecile Steele
5 years ago
Once upon a time, a newly married couple received a wedding gift; a 1954 marvel of modern design and function in the form of a Sunbeam Radiant Control T20-B toaster! My husband inherited the immaculately maintained toaster and our youngest son, a co ...llege bound engineering student, fell in love with it. This is where Tim's Toasters enters the story...through a series of prompt, courteous and informative e-mails, we were able to purchase the exact same model - in incredible condition and updated to today's electrical safety standards - for him. It arrived in a wonderful personalized box in time to be the "hit" of the graduation party! We can't say enough good things about Tim, who explained exactly how each toaster is meticulously cleaned, lovingly re-constructed, and tested before being sent to its new "forever home". He's become a friend and we're hoping, one day, to have the pleasure of a face-to-face with him, Bart and Darwin!(show less)
Bill Greig
5 years ago
Service provided, above and beyond....... I wish to thank Tim for his quick assistance to a minor glitch with my T20 toaster. It required his expert touch to make all well again, and he then surprised me with the addition of a special cord cover tha ...t he kindly supplied. It was fast and immediate service, and much appreciated. Good health to you and yours, Tim. Cheers, Bill Greig Nova Scotia, Canada(show less)
David Rogers
5 years ago
Perfect Transaction and Perfect Toaster Mr. Tim's company did an outstanding job in every way that he could've. I'll run through the list. At all moments he showed excellent communications, service, restoration, packaging, and pricing. I'm willing t ...o pay more to know the job is being done correctly. In world where most business do it good enough, to find a business that takes no short cuts is rare. If you choose to have your toaster restored by Tim's Toasters sleep well knowing you'll not be dissatisfied.(show less)
Kim Klein
5 years ago
So very happy I found Tim to work on my Sunbeam! I can’t begin to express how pleased I am with the service and communication from Tim. My toaster looks like new, and even better, *works* like new! Tim is a true craftsman who clearly loves and enjoy ...s what he does, and it shows in his work. I got loads of photos and updates all along the way, and he kept in touch throughout the process. I wish all service/repair people had Tim’s ethics and dedication to his craft. If you have one of these wonderful old toasters that needs a tune up and good cleaning- send it to Tim. You will not be sorry you did. Thanks Tim!(show less)
Jen
5 years ago
GAME CHANGER Our toaster is a complete game change! From the first toast we were in love. It doesn’t matter if the bread is frozen or room temp, it is perfectly toasted EVERY SINGLE TIME. Tim did such a fantastic job restoring this beauty. It’s obvi ...ous the amount of time and care he put into making the toaster absolutely perfect. We loved the little touches he included and would absolutely trust Tim to provide another outstanding toaster in the future! Great quality and delivery was so fast!(show less)
Caroline Nash
5 years ago
I ordered a Sunbeam T-20 from eBay for my boyfriend's birthday and Tim did such an impeccable job with the toaster. My boyfriend has wanted one of these for a very long time and there aren't enough words to describe the joy on his face when he opened ... the box and saw the toaster for the first. Tim was extremely communicative about the toaster throughout after testing how it worked and the attention that he paid to it how stunning it looked. It looked brand new when we opened it and it worked amazingly well as advertised. It's clear how much love and care Tim puts into these Sunbeam toasters and I cannot recommend getting a Sunbeam from him enough.(show less)
Myron A.
5 years ago
I sent Tim what looked like a hopeless case. My mom's old Sunbeam T20B was in terrible shape! What came back looked like a brand new toaster, and it worked like a new one, too. Can't say enough nice things about my experience: Great communication thr ...oughout the restoration, too. Tim is truly a Master of his trade!(show less)
Samuel L. Hinckley
5 years ago
Excellent work done by excellent people I ordered a T-35-1 off eBay thinking it was a minor issue that I could repair myself. After tear down, I realized I was in way over my head. I looked everywhere for someone to repair my new joy and I found Tim .... I called Tim and we discussed the issues I was having and he assured me that he would be able to make it better than new and I mailed it off to Ohio. Tim communicated with me about everything during the process and was able to give me some of the history behind the toaster. He even told me that the person who sold it to me had taken the original T-35-1 cover and replaced it with a different one. When I got the toaster in the mail I was astonished! I couldn't believe it was the same toaster! It looks brand new and it's now safer with a polarized and grounded power cord. If I could put 6/5 stars I would. When you trust Tim with your toaster you will get excellent work done by a genuinely good and kind person. My toaster wasn't a family heirloom, but if yours is and you may be hesitant sending it off to a stranger, give Tim a call or shoot him an email and you won't be strangers for long! He is the person to trust when it comes to Sunbeams.(show less)
Jim Ryser
5 years ago
Make your Sunbeam last beyond YOU! After a somewhat frustrating search to find the perfect person to repair my grandmother’s T35, I came across this website. After getting to know Tim via several email messages the toaster was safely in his hands. I ... was given daily updates with pictures, and I could tell he understood the real value of my toaster. As I’ve gotten to know him just through my experience with granny’s toaster, It’s absolutely clear to me that every person who has a toaster done by Tim is treated exactly the same way. The world needs more people like Tim. He sure made an impression on me - not just with his super high class toaster work but with his awesomeness! Had I not known better I would’ve thought he sent a brand new toaster!!(show less)
Jeffrey Smith
5 years ago
Superb work and customer service - highly recommend Tim and his team recently restored an old Sunbeam toaster that was given to my wife. The toaster was a family heirloom and had finally called it quits. Tim and his team took it apart, fixed and cle ...aned everything, and returned it looking and functioning as brand new. So many new consumer products are "throw away" and it was refreshing to find someone passionate about restoring something. I can give no higher recommendation - Tim is the tops.(show less)
Jackie
5 years ago
White Flag Gets Toaster Hero I am the proud owner of a Sunbeam T20B toaster that was made in 1955 which belonged to my grandmother and then my mother. It is very special to me not only for sentimental reasons, but also because it operates "majestica ...lly" (as Tim notes) and results in the BEST toast ever. My toaster stopped working a few years ago and I was forced to tolerate toast from a somewhat pedestrian toaster. When I remembered my very special Sunbeam, I decided to troubleshoot to see if the issue was an obvious one. As I am not mechanically inclined, taking the Sunbeam apart was rather brave and also rather terrifying. When there was no obvious issue I realized I needed help. Researching online, I was excited to learn that these toasters have a serious fan base and that I was not alone in holding them in such high esteem. Everything I read on Tim's website assured me that he is the one to trust with Sunbeam toaster repairs or restoration. I contacted Tim via email on February 1 raising the white flag of surrender and he immediately called me. He listened to my repair saga and explained his passion and expertise when it comes to these particular beauties. The cost was considerable to me, but I decided it was well worth the investment to restore this heirloom. I was thrilled when Tim said there was no need to put it back together first, and I lovingly packed up all the parts and shipped the toaster to Ohio. Aside from looking forward to having my grandmother's toaster restored by Tim, I looked forward to his thorough and thoughtful email updates and photos of the progress. I liked hearing about all the parts of the process and how each of his team members were involved. My beautifully restored toaster arrived safely home to me on February 19 and it felt like Christmas! The custom-labeled box and blast from the past print ad that Tim included were fun and thoughtful touches, too. I can confirm that my toaster is once again operating majestically and it looks brand new! I can't say enough about the pleasant and positive experience I had with having Tim restore my toaster. I highly recommend Tim and would tell anyone who loves these Sunbeam toasters that they can trust him to expertly restore them to their original good looks and high performance. Happy toasting 🙂(show less)
John Eggleston
5 years ago
I received a sunbeam t20 toaster from my mom, since has passed. My daughter now has the toaster. I ordered a base for it and after a long search Tim found one and repaired it like new. Input it on my toaster and all looks new and of coarse the toaste ...r works wonderful. Thanks for helping me restore this heirloom for my daughter. John.(show less)
Tim Schatz
5 years ago
I purchased a restored Sunbeam T-20-B Toaster from Tim's Toasters and I can hands down say this was one of the best private sale experiences I've ever had. Tim is not only incredibly communicative, but very personable and it was great fun to email ba ...ck and forth with him. The toaster was shipped very quickly after purchasing, and arrived securely packaged and in perfect condition. I will turn to Tim for all my future Sunbeam Radiant Controlled Toaster needs.(show less)
Patrick
5 years ago
Once again, a masterful restoration Following my recent purchase of one of Tim's toasters on eBay which was meant as a gift for friends (reviewed separately), I decided to ask him to use his skills on another, an AT-W which I had acquired elsewhere ...for myself, which was functional but in dire need of tender care. As expected, Tim masterfully restored it to virtually pristine condition. My AT-W now shines and beckons me every morning from the corner of the kitchen counter, and every morning I marvel as it works its magic to make me delicious, perfectly calibrated toast. Even better: Tim finally figured out how to safely replace the power cord of AT-W models, and upgraded my toaster with a nice thick cord with a grounded plug -- a major safety improvement! You can bet I will be soliciting Tim's help again the next time I have friends in need of a serious upgrade to their everyday morning routine 🙂 Thank you again Tim!(show less)
Alan G.
5 years ago
Tim is THE master! I was not aware of the Sunbeam "Automatic Beyond Belief" toasters until recently. I became fascinated. This led me directly to Tim and his "restorations". But it goes way beyond that. Tim not only brings these gems back to brand n ...ew condition, he brings them into the 21st Century - invisibly! His improvements on safe wiring and corrosion prevention are a revelation. Tim is THE master; an absolute artist and perfectionist. He is also a caring man, which shows in his correspondence, his personal embellishments, and his charitable work. Our "new" Sunbeam toaster is beautiful, makes a statement, works flawlessly, and is truly the finest toaster ever built - again!(show less)
Klara Krivanek
5 years ago
Aussie looking for Sunbeam Toaster! I was looking for a Sunbeam toaster for a long time before finding Tim's beautifully rostered toasters! Tim was so helpful, communicative and knowledgeable regarding using a US toaster in my home country of Austra ...lia -- different voltage, different wattage, different plug! But we have it working perfectly in our Aussie kitchen with the converter as recommended by Tim! Not only that, but it is the most beautiful and effective toaster we've ever had, and came in such a perfect and personalised box -- so special! Thank you so much, Tim! I would have every confidence buying from Tim and knowing his work is absolutely spectacular and communication is spot on!(show less)
Sean
5 years ago
Sure, it's pretty straightforward: bread goes in, toast comes out. It is a toaster. That's what it does -- and it does that real well. The thing is, this is a toaster like a '57 Chevy is a car. The refurbished T-20-B that I purchased from Tim is mor ...e than a toaster. It is the centerpiece of my kitchen, and one of the few items in my life that I am always downright delighted to use -- and I use it every day! If you have not experienced one of these toasters, or if you have a hazy memory of them from decades past (like me), let me tell you, if you're on this website: they are exactly what you hope them to be. Sure, on the one hand, it's pretty straightforward: bread goes in, toast comes out. It is a toaster. That's what it does -- and it does that real well. The toast is perfect. The thing is, this is a toaster in the same way that a '57 Chevy is a car. Have you ever had the perfect tool for a job? Do you know that sense of satisfaction when you fix the hinge on a door and it closes perfectly for the first time in years? The last piece in a puzzle? That's this toaster. Every morning. No kidding. Sometimes I stand there and watch it. But I don't have to: it's radiant controlled. And Tim even fixed the power cord! As far as I'm concerned, these Sunbeams are among the pinnacle of the late machine age, one of the perfect expressions of American manufacturing and industrial design. Like the Chevy I mentioned, or a glass Coke bottle, they were stamped out by the millions -- and, honestly, that's part of what makes them amazing ... because they feel like craftsmanship. Tim's Toasters are where mid-century American industrial design and manufacturing intersects with the hand-tooled care of a craftsman. Nobody's paying me to say this: I promise you, if you appreciate good design, American manufacturing, the thoughtful care of a craftsman ... and it helps if you like toast ... you will be so glad you bought one of these. It's one of my favorite things I own. This toaster is an heirloom I'll never lose. Not to mention, Tim's a real nice guy! Send him an email! I never thought I'd buy a "vintage toaster". Take it from me: you'll be so glad you did.(show less)
Eric W.
5 years ago
Best Toaster I've Ever Owned! I was going to restore one of these toasters myself till I saw one of Tim's listings on ebay. From the description and pictures posted, it seemed a safe bet the toaster would be a good one, and I was not disappointed. E ...xcellent workmanship all around; I would have him restore another neat toaster for me in an instant!(show less)
Jeremy
5 years ago
An incredibly unique experience First of all, I ended up ordering three toasters from Tim. They were all perfect. The first two were gifts and I ended up getting one for myself. Tim was great to chat with and is very knowledgeable and passionate abo ...ut what he does. The little touches on these restorations are amazing, from the personalized box to the vintage product sheet.(show less)
Darrell Gehring
5 years ago
Great Work Enjoy my new toaster so much it's not even funny. My toast consumption has increased an inordinate amount since purchasing this masterfully refurbished work of art - can not recommend it enough! While the carbs may be going straight to my ... waist, the happiness I feel each time I see a perfectly toasted slice of bread emerge from the body of this beautiful vintage toaster make it all worth it.(show less)
Will
5 years ago
A Happy Canadian I'm in Canada, and was surfing eBay to look for a toaster that I remembered as a child. Lo and behold, there was Tim's site. I bid on a 1955 T-20, beautifully restored, and won it. Tim's follow up on my purchase was superb, and rema ...ins so months after my purchase. I have nothing but high praise for Tim's workmanship. I can finally have toast (and crumpets) the way that I remember it - toasty on the outside, and soft in the middle. BRAVO Tim! I am a lucky little boy.(show less)
Jeffrey Phaup
5 years ago
I purchased a T-20 Sunbeam Toaster that Tim had restored. It is gorgeous! Looks brand new and works like a charm! Thank you for an amazing toaster!
Barbara Kedziora
5 years ago
I purchased a restored VT-40 Vista. It is beautiful and works perfectly. The service from Tim's Toasters was also automatic beyond belief. Our new toaster arrived quickly and was beautifully packaged. We had pure Christmas morning delight and surpris ...e. And then some really really good toast. Thank you!(show less)
Doug Leddon
5 years ago
Great! I purchased a T20B from Tim! Great experience! Great toaster! Thanks Tim!
Nairb Rekab
5 years ago
Tim's Toasters, honest, skillful and reliable. My Sunbeam toaster was in dire straights, until Tim and his crew worked their magic on it. My dad gave me my circa 1950's Sunbeam Radiant Toaster for a Christmas present and it worked well for many year ...s. The toaster began malfunctioning after the thermostat was tampered with. So, I found Tim and shipped it to him for an overhaul. I cannot put into words the product that he and his team produced. The toaster looks like it just rolled off of the factory line and works better than it ever did. Not only did Tim do a great job on the toaster, he was an absolute delight to deal with and we stay in contact to this day. If anyone has a toaster that needs repaired, look no further than Tim's Toasters.(show less)
Ryan
5 years ago
a great toaster, restored by a great man I received a toasted from Tim about six months ago, and loved it. Beautiful, authentic, and great toast! When it stopped working last month, Tim was fast to help, offering to pay to ship it back both ways, th ...en expediting the repair. Tim kept me in the loop of what was wrong, how he fixed it, and how he tested it. Exceptional customer service, and I’m happy to say my toaster is good-as-new.(show less)