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Title: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Strob on March 01, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
I have an 1997 red kettle Weber and I am trying to determine the value. It's in very good condition. Seldom used and always covered. Any resources out there?
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Troy on March 01, 2014, 01:05:52 PM
we are the resource.

if you have a master touch and it's in mint condition, you should be able to get 50-75 out of it

if its its only got a few chips, its probably still worth 30-50, depending on where you live
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: tattooedant on March 01, 2014, 01:09:46 PM
value is really subjective...Are you looking to sell your red kettle here? Typically your looking at anywhere from $25-$75 for it depending on model.
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: tattooedant on March 01, 2014, 01:10:40 PM
troy beat me to it... but yes I concur
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: crumbsnatcher on March 01, 2014, 01:17:53 PM
If your are near Milwaukee, I'd gladly take if off your hands.


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Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Strob on March 01, 2014, 03:17:29 PM
Thank you for the info. I am not really looking to sell it.  I was talking to a Weber rep today and he said this color was discontinued so I was curious. I live in California by the way.

Is there a way to attach a picture for you?
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: mike.stavlund on March 01, 2014, 03:47:53 PM
Quote from: Troy on March 01, 2014, 01:05:52 PM
we are the resource.

Yes.
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: crumbsnatcher on March 01, 2014, 04:03:14 PM
Quote from: Strob on March 01, 2014, 03:17:29 PM
Thank you for the info. I am not really looking to sell it.  I was talking to a Weber rep today and he said this color was discontinued so I was curious. I live in California by the way.

Is there a way to attach a picture for you?

Would love to see some pictures of that '97 red.  Here's how to post pictures. 
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/trading-post/how-to-post-pictures-here-at-the-wkc/
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Strob on March 01, 2014, 07:47:10 PM
http://s270.photobucket.com/user/Strob4r/media/c1ec3f77-382a-4fcd-8380-76214b0cae75_zps788ade33.jpg.html?sort=3&o=0.

http://s270.photobucket.com/user/Strob4r/media/image_zpsc5f46302.jpg.html?sort=3&o=3

http://s270.photobucket.com/user/Strob4r/media/a0d0777a-131a-4444-96da-d1179fe97369_zpsaf734cd2.jpg.html?sort=3&o=1

Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: pbe gummi bear on March 01, 2014, 07:58:30 PM
Hey Strob, welcome. Nice grill. Your mt is a good example but it's not perfect. You got a chip on the lip and you're missing the thermometer shroud. Guys on the site typically pay anywhere from 40-75 for a MT in good nick. If it were perfect, it could be higher. How much higher? Dunno man, we don't have enough data points to tell you for sure. The MT is much newer- than a MBH for example- so they are more commonly found in good shape.
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: glrasmussen on March 01, 2014, 08:00:22 PM
Very nice.
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj95/Strob4r/c1ec3f77-382a-4fcd-8380-76214b0cae75_zps788ade33.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/Strob4r/media/c1ec3f77-382a-4fcd-8380-76214b0cae75_zps788ade33.jpg.html)
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Strob on March 01, 2014, 08:13:55 PM
Thanks again for all of the help.
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: crumbsnatcher on March 01, 2014, 08:55:43 PM
Nice looking grill. It would clean up really nice. Perhaps Weber may still have the thermometer shroud for sale.


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Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Troy on March 01, 2014, 11:52:26 PM
I believe i have one of those shrouds in the garage.

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Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: 1buckie on March 01, 2014, 11:54:06 PM
Quote from: crumbsnatcher on March 01, 2014, 08:55:43 PM
Nice looking grill. It would clean up really nice. Perhaps Weber may still have the thermometer shroud for sale.


Part # 26 here:

http://www.ereplacementparts.com/weber-771001-225-mastertouch-kettle-grill-parts-c-193079_193086_193454.html


that part's a long ship date, so check Weber too......

Full range page for all the models......

http://www.ereplacementparts.com/weber-charcoal-grill-parts-c-193079_193086.html
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: BigRix on March 02, 2014, 05:18:27 AM
I recently bought a Red Master Touch at an estate sale for $45.

I cleaned it up and it's become my Go-To cooker.

I love it.

(http://i576.photobucket.com/albums/ss208/BigRix/null_zps52136e69.jpg) (http://s576.photobucket.com/user/BigRix/media/null_zps52136e69.jpg.html)
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: G$ on March 02, 2014, 06:30:06 AM
Quote from: BigRix on March 02, 2014, 05:18:27 AM
I recently bought a Red Master Touch at an estate sale for $45.

I cleaned it up and it's become my Go-To cooker.

I love it.


I think paid 35 for mine in pristine shape.  remember Rick - yours came WITH A ROTI ring for that price............

Red MT is the epitome of weber perfection (IMO!)
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Winz on March 02, 2014, 07:43:39 AM
BigRix - very nice matching setup.  That M/T is absolutely beautiful!

Winz
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: Craig on March 02, 2014, 08:51:13 AM
Hi Strob! Welcome to the site! That's a pretty nice red MT you have there. MT kettles, though not made anymore, are far from rare. I agree with what is being said ($30-$70 range) depending on  condition. BNIB would be the one exception of taking it north of $100. IMO.
Title: Re: How can I find the value of my kettle? 1997 red
Post by: G on March 02, 2014, 01:36:05 PM
Considering a new Crimson Red OTG is $159 plus tax, $100 for a red MT in decent condition doesn't sound too bad if you are going to buy a grill.  Can you find them cheaper?  Sure....just trying to put things in perspective.  Im guessing a BNIB red MT would fetch far north of $100.