I have been considering getting a gasser and could anyone tell me from the pic something about the grill? Any idea of vintage, pro/cons associated with this model maybe? What would be the areas to really look at and what parts would be difficult to find If missing or damaged? It’s close by to me so I may take a look based on the feedback here. Looks really clean although I’m very aware of judgment from pics.
Hi Mike,
TL;DR Good grill, I would not spend more than $50, maybe $100 tops if it is in perfect condition internally.
I own one exactly like that except propane. I believe it is a 2000 or 2001 Silver B.
In 2002 they changed the cart design slightly ( and I have one of those too )
They are solid grills and all the parts that wear are available including:
grates, flav bars, burners, igniter, and bottom pan.
As an east-west grill it makes a good rotisserie grill.
As far as price, $200 seems high.
Do you want natural gas? That is a key question. If yes, these seem to be less common and also seem to fetch less on the for-sale market.
What to look for?
1. is the cook box bowed? It happens, and if it bows the grates don't fit well. I'll see if I can find a pic of one of my cook boxes that's bowed and post it.
2. condition of bottom pan? slides out under the cookbox. These rust and cost about $40 to replace
3. flavorizer bar condition. Again, these rust and price varies depending on quality. I haven't priced them recently
4. condition of burners. About $30+ to replace
5. igniter? about $10 to replace if needed
Anyway, I think the Silver B is a solid grill, but the price seems a bit high.