Help me choose e310 genesis gen 1 vs gen 2

[Spen1818]

So, my local Ace had the e310 Special Edition( has all stainless insides) in Crimson Red for $650 ($700 after Tax). I bought it and it's sitting in storage.

I looked hard and long at the Gen II 310 but you have to get the LX to get the storage cabinets. The gen 1 has the storage doors.

Since the gen 1 is $50 cheaper and has storage vs the gen II does  not have the storage doors I chose the gen 1. Is gen II worth it, really?

I would have done gen II LX if it wasn't like $600 more.

Anyone have true cook experience with both? My mom and aunt both have the gen I Genesis 310 and love them.






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[crumbsnatcher]

Purely based on looks....Personally, gen 2 looks cheap & ugly and seems like Weber is trying to give you less for your money now that you don't get the nice bottom storage compartment.


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[Spen1818]

Right, that's what I love about the gen 1 is the look and the dang cabinets! Also, I may go natural gas so I can get a conversion kit if or when I do. Pretty sure gen II does not have conversions avail. You have to buy it nat vs lp. Also, I think gen 1 is made in us. Gen II is china but the LX version is made in Michigan. Open concept bottom on a gasser is not for me.


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[crumbsnatcher]

I just picked up a free gen 1 green ep-320 today on CL.  Can't wait to clean her up and add to the stable.


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[TartanAvenger]

If you have any questions about the genesis II or the genesis II lx, feel free to dm me. I travel with both and love them.  Cheers

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[pbe gummi bear]

I think you made a good decision. The E-310 is more comparable to the Genesis II LX line which is now much more expensive. Enjoy your next grill.