As my wife will tell you, my vice is buying Weber bbq’s off Craigslist. I usually have 3-5 at any one time (smoker, gas and charcoal). Why Weber? They work great, they’re are made very well, they last for a long time, parts are readily available, and their customer service is second to none. They are what I compare all others to and none compares in my book.
If you don’t mind buying used, search Craigslist and wait for the right one to come along. Off the top of my head I’m going to say that on Craigslist 25% of listings are overpriced, 25% are an okay deal, 25% are used and abused, and then 25% are downright steals (which is my market). Most will require a good high heat burn to clean the insides and a good wipe down on the outside but then you’re good to go. I tear each down completely when I get them home.
The most I’ve paid is $200.00 for my current nearly new looking Genesis Special edition four burner (sear station) with side burner. The seller included a lot of other things in the sale so I went that high. Just my thing but I don’t negotiate, it’s either a good deal or not and if it’s not I don’t bother calling.
If you’re going to buy new I’d avoid the Weber Spirit line but that’s just me.
