Just out of curiosity, are Weber's...

[tb80]

A good FINANCIAL investment?  As in, some people buy gold, some people invest in stamps, baseball cards, etc...  Do you think finding and buying old webers are a good financial investment?  If you buy a '79 red weber today for $45, will it's value increase as time goes by...?

For the record, it doesn't matter to me at all. I get the fact that finding and buying old webers has an intangible value not measurable by money.

[zavod44]

Personally I just think an old Weber is something cool to have...there many things you can collect that will earn you more money.  Part of the  reason I like these is because they are a pretty cheap hobby.....

[Bman]

For me, they've been a great investment.  Because wifey would rather have me grill than go out (most of the time)  Win win!
Monetarily wise, meh...  I wonder how many loaded up during the Beanie Baby craze and are now "waiting for their day"

[HankB]

I can't imagine that any have appreciated enough in value enough to cover inflation. There is the odd chance you could get a very valuable specimen for an unrealistic price due to lack of knowledge on the part of the seller, but other than that I see no way to make money buying these.

However in terms of satisfaction, my modest collection becomes more valuable every time I cook.

[tb80]

I agree completely that the amount of satisfaction of cooking and grilling on an old weber increases with time.

[glrasmussen]

Personally I just think an old Weber is something cool to have...there many things you can collect that will earn you more money.  Part of the  reason I like these is because they are a pretty cheap hobby.....

Agreed. I will never have a classic car, but will own a classic Weber. Far less expensive. And they shine the same...

[zavod44]

Whats cooler than having a sweet vintage Weber?

[tb80]

Having a sweet million dollars?

[zavod44]

Nah.....It's way easier to find the grill

[glrasmussen]

Nah.....It's way easier to find the grill

Agreed!

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[pbe gummi bear]

Weberitis is my cheapest and tastiest hobby so I'm happy. I think you can make a few bucks here and there by buying low and selling high but I don't think a grills market value will appreciate an incredible amount over time.

[Ted B]

What I love about the hobby is enjoying the fruits of your labor and sharing it with like minded people here at the wkc. I can fire up the kettle, play catch, soccer u name it with my kids, and produce food most people dream about. I used to fish a lot before I had kids and this hobby is much more conducive to spending time with those I love. Plus it's relatively cheap. I get way more out of it than it asks of me. If that makes sense.

[pbe gummi bear]

Well said. The cost of the grill, charcoal and meat are nothing for what you get back in return- bringing people together, having a good time and making memories while stuffing your face.

What I love about the hobby is enjoying the fruits of your labor and sharing it with like minded people here at the wkc. I can fire up the kettle, play catch, soccer u name it with my kids, and produce food most people dream about. I used to fish a lot before I had kids and this hobby is much more conducive to spending time with those I love. Plus it's relatively cheap. I get way more out of it than it asks of me. If that makes sense.

[Mark Schnell]

If you get lucky and get a few old grills for a low price and then sell them high you can at least pay for your Weberitis. A hobby that pays for itself and provides hours or delicious satisfaction is a beautiful thing!

[Heyjude]

If you get lucky and get a few old grills for a low price and then sell them high you can at least pay for your Weberitis. A hobby that pays for itself and provides hours or delicious satisfaction is a beautiful thing!

You hit it on the head! If I can "Trade Up'  while enjoying myself, I consider that a Win!