WOO, congrats! You will love your new grill.
Regarding quality. I think the metal has gotten a little bit thinner - but I don't think it really affects the quality of the grill.
Some things have changed, and humans naturally reject change. These negative vibes around change usually result in skepticism, and we're all guilty of it.
I thought the bolt on handles were the lamest thing ever. But after handling a few new lids with bolt on handles, they feel solid. If that means less busted welds, less damaged lids during shipping, more modding options, than I for one am all for it.