I have the front loading gas Whirlpool. Had to special order it 5 years ago. Its the only item in the house that I havent had to fix. I hear no issues with it (Im not allowed to do laundry) from my wife. It appears to be very worth the price we paid back then. I did just pull the cover and clean the lint/exhaust pipe and chamber. I would recommend this machine.
I have had issues with the matching washer machine (also front load) the pump failed due to small items being left in pockets getting pulled into pump taking out impeller and some other small problems. It was rather interesting taking that on completely apart until I found what was wrong. Just make sure no marbles find their way into the machine and you will be ok.
