Nobody Using Q Grills?

[Josh Dekubber]

I am actually hoping to accomplish this very objective with a Q320 that @Bruce kindly gave to me last week when we had our "Mini-Meet." No internals and needs to be repainted, but a solid base to work from.

That's a project I'd be interested in also!

 

[Bruce]

Josh, I would think you can find a decent Q320/Q3200 for around $50 or so. I know I have seen several through the summer around me. They may need a new set of burners and grates, but otherwise should be good to go. Maybe a fresh coat of paint for the lid.
I picked up a Q3200 for free earlier this summer and other than some time and a little effort, I flipped it.

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[Josh Dekubber]

Josh, I would think you can find a decent Q320/Q3200 for around $50 or so. I know I have seen several through the summer around me. They may need a new set of burners and grates, but otherwise should be good to go. Maybe a fresh coat of paint for the lid.
I picked up a Q3200 for free earlier this summer and other than some time and a little effort, I flipped it.

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There's a couple of them for sale for about 100 to 200 that completely need to be rebuilt and painted. There is one nice one but the price was too high I think. Let me see if I can find it.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

@Bruce
That one was listed at $200 and sold.

This 1200 was just listed. Looks pretty decent.

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I'm definitely not in a hurry.
I may prefer a smaller Q unless I can fit pizza from scratch which I BBQ Alot .

 

[Bruce]

If all you want is a Q1200, that looks like a pretty nice one. The stand alone is probably $65.
They are great for one or two people and excellent for portability like picnics and tail gates.
That one doesn't look heavily used and my guess is the grates and burner will still be in good shape.

 

[Pablo Hoco]

That 1200 looks like it’s in good shape. Many around here at that price range is pretty rusted or very very dirty. For portability and efficiency for small cooks, the 1200 is the ticket.
I haven’t done a pizza since my stone is just a smidge too big at 15x12”. But I’ve done plenty of biscuits at camp. Family favorite.

 

[Pablo Hoco]

Picked up a Q1400 Electric today for $15. It looks like I can have it looking near new in about an hour or two.

I just saw a q1400 electric listed locally for $50. Seems like real good shape. How do you like it? I’m not sure if I really want it and can’t think of a reason why I should get it, unless I’m missing out on the advantage of an electric grill.

 

[Bruce]

Pablo,
I will tell you two reasons I can think of for using an electric grill.
1. You live somewhere that open flame (gas/charcoal/pellet) grills are not allowed such as a condo association or apartment that does not allow them.
2. Pure convenience. If you don't want to deal with propane tanks or charcoal or pellets and you just want to turn it on and cook.

I have cooked extensively on all the gas Q grills. I would prefer them in all instances to the electric Q which I have also cooked on a lot. I had one to use for camping since I could simply plug it into campground power for free and have to lug the propane tanks with me.
The electric Q's take longer to heat up although they will get quite hot. But once you open them up, they shed heat quick and take a long time to heat back up.

$50 is a good deal if the grill is in good shape.

I have a Q1400 flipper for sale right now:

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[Joe Anshien]

Pablo,
I will tell you two reasons I can think of for using an electric grill.
1. You live somewhere that open flame (gas/charcoal/pellet) grills are not allowed such as a condo association or apartment that does not allow them.
2. Pure convenience. If you don't want to deal with propane tanks or charcoal or pellets and you just want to turn it on and cook.

I have cooked extensively on all the gas Q grills. I would prefer them in all instances to the electric Q which I have also cooked on a lot. I had one to use for camping since I could simply plug it into campground power for free and have to lug the propane tanks with me.
The electric Q's take longer to heat up although they will get quite hot. But once you open them up, they shed heat quick and take a long time to heat back up.

$50 is a good deal if the grill is in good shape.

I have a Q1400 flipper for sale right now:

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I tried flipping an electric Q a few years back. I think it took about 6 months to sell and I made $5-$10 on it after continuing to lower the price.

 

[Bruce]

Joe, I have done OK on them, but I am very picky on how much I pay for them and what condition they are in to start. If I think the grates might need replacing, or the lid will need repainting, I won't pay much if anything for one. They just don't sell even though they are fairly expensive new. Being in a metro area is key for flipping them. Since they are small, it is pretty easy to sit on them until they do finally sell.

 

[LMichaels]

Joe, I have done OK on them, but I am very picky on how much I pay for them and what condition they are in to start. If I think the grates might need replacing, or the lid will need repainting, I won't pay much if anything for one. They just don't sell even though they are fairly expensive new. Being in a metro area is key for flipping them. Since they are small, it is pretty easy to sit on them until they do finally sell.

Oddly enough the one electric Q I came across and actually owned had a SS "wire" type grate. It was OEM too.

 

[Bruce]

Yah, Larry, the older ones did have SS 6mm or 7mm grates. I wish weber had continued with those. But, CI might be preferential as it has more mass and likely retains heat better than the SS grates did.

 

[Pablo Hoco]

I wonder if the CI does a better job of eliminating cold spots as well.
I’ve not used a SS grate, as I like the stock CI grate just fine. I do wish they didn’t put the porcelain coating on it. I’d prefer straight CI.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

@Bruce I offered 40 on this one about a month ago and the seller said they would only go as low as 80. Thinking about coming back with an offer of 60. What do you think? Needs new grates and clean up / paint job.

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I'm not in a hurry

 

[Bruce]

That is not a bad one. Looks like the burner is in good shape.
Couple issues though. I don't see the shroud which is nice but not required for the grill to function well. Also, I don't see the tank bracket on the wire rack for holding the 20lb propane tank. That is kind of important.
Unless he has at least the tank holder, I would pass on that one for sure. I still think it is a bit high in price at $80.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

That is not a bad one. Looks like the burner is in good shape.
Couple issues though. I don't see the shroud which is nice but not required for the grill to function well. Also, I don't see the tank bracket on the wire rack for holding the 20lb propane tank. That is kind of important.
Unless he has at least the tank holder, I would pass on that one for sure. I still think it is a bit high in price at $80.

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Perfect thank you. I think that being in a metro area these Q grills are not as good a deal on the used market for me. Thankfully everything else is.

 

[Bruce]

Josh, I don't think you will find them to be great rehab/flip grills in any market. If you come across a nice one for a great price, then you can make a quick buck, but you are definitely best off concentrating on the regular gassers. They make good gifts or donations though to family, friends and charities.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

Josh, I don't think you will find them to be great rehab/flip grills in any market. If you come across a nice one for a great price, then you can make a quick buck, but you are definitely best off concentrating on the regular gassers. They make good gifts or donations though to family, friends and charities.

Not looking to flip a Q grill. Just want one to try out. Maybe gift to my sister-in-law or keep. Maybe I could use it outside my garage when I'm working on my projects. I don't normally stop and eat I just keep going and going. If I had a little grill outside my garage that would be nice. I could just throw a couple burgers on there.

 

[Bruce]

Great idea Josh. I have two grills within 30 feet of my rehab space. And I do occasionally throw something quick and easy on one.

One nice thing about the Q grills is that they are very durable with virtually nothing on them to rust. You could leave them out, uncovered and aside from some "weathering", they won't start collecting rust and corrosion.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

Great idea Josh. I have two grills within 30 feet of my rehab space. And I do occasionally throw something quick and easy on one.

One nice thing about the Q grills is that they are very durable with virtually nothing on them to rust. You could leave them out, uncovered and aside from some "weathering", they won't start collecting rust and corrosion.

I'll probably just throw it in the garage when I'm not using it and when I do use it I'll just throw it on my tailgate