Depends on the quality of plastics... Vorwerk are kind of insane when it comes to that sort of thing. Let's just say this thing has has its share of abuse and apart from the dust filter cover on top of the main unit nothing has broken.
German made and built like a tank. Late models can be bought new and are quite expensive, but I got this one for free ca. 10 years ago as a non working unit. Changed the motor for 50€ - support is extremely good and all parts are readily available used or new - and have had no issues since. As evident from the picture, the unit has been through a lot. Wasn't bothered by any of it.
Vorwerk Tiger 251, ca. 1995 - the last vacuum cleaner you'll ever buy
JohnnyRoyal OP t1_j89nuff wrote
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Yes. It's a German product, what would you expect?