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Advice on buying a used egg

Jcl5150
Jcl5150 Posts: 287
edited December 2015 in EggHead Forum
Hello all!  I've been lurking for a while, but this is my first post.  I was hoping to get advice on buying a used egg. It's a large that the dealer used five times for demonstrations.  It includes the nest, a pizza stone, a plate setter, a bag of charcoal, and a bag of wood chips.  He's willing to sell the package for $900. It's like new and would still include the warranty.  Does that seem like a good deal?  Thanks for any advice.
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  • Hi54putty
    Hi54putty Posts: 1,873
    In my opinion, if it is in good working order and comes with the warranty you can consider it new. $900 is probably less than full retail but more than buying one at an Eggfest. The warrant is the key. 

    With th pizza stone that is probably a fair deal. 
    XL,L,S 
    Winston-Salem, NC 
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  • Jeremiah
    Jeremiah Posts: 6,412
    Agreed warranty is key. Otherwise he'd be about $300 high. 
    Slumming it in Aiken, SC. 
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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    That's ok but they are around  $750 at most eggfests with 4 hrs use. Inthinkmi could buy a new one today for $900 at my full price dealer. You may be saving $50-$100... Maybe. 

    The only thing that matters is the warranty though. it's going to get dirty on the first cook anyway so if you save a few bucks all the better. 
    Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,457
    edited December 2015
    Not wanting to sound like sour grapes, but let me start with a story. A guy was selling his late model powerful Corvette for a way below market price even though it only had 2,100 miles on the odometer! The interested buyer just assumed the seller's wife was afraid of such a powerful beast...but he finally asked about the low mileage. The seller sheepishly replied..."yeah only 2,100 miles BUT all were just put on a quarter of a mile at a time! "

    Get my drift? That dealer says only used for 5 demos but how long were those demos? Do you have a knowledgeable egger buddy who could go check it out with you? I agree the warranty is the key, but depending on who and how it was treated for those 5 demos it may have had a harsh young life. I'm also speaking from personal observation at Eggfests...not every new egg is treated with TLC.

    Good luck and I hope it works out well for you! 
    Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • 4Runner
    4Runner Posts: 2,948
    Jcl5150 said:
    Hello all!  I've been lurking for a while, but this is my first post.  I was hoping to get advice on buying a used egg. It's a large that the dealer used five times for demonstrations.  It includes the nest, a pizza stone, a plate setter, a bag of charcoal, and a bag of wood chips.  He's willing to sell the package for $900. It's like new and would still include the warranty.  Does that seem like a good deal?  Thanks for any advice.
    Doesn't really matter if used 5 or 50 times since it includes the warranty.  Everything is covered so who cares.  Now, I have no idea the price of a new Egg but even if you save say, $200, that's $200 you can spend on accessories or something else. Worth it in my book.  I'd go for it. 
    Joe - I'm a reformed gasser-holic aka 4Runner Columbia, SC Wonderful BGE Resource Site: http://www.nakedwhiz.com/ceramicfaq.htm and http://www.nibblemethis.com/  and http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogspot.com/2006/02/recipes.html
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  • Jcl5150
    Jcl5150 Posts: 287
    Thanks for the replies!  I'll double check on the warranty and go from there.
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  • Spaightlabs
    Spaightlabs Posts: 2,349
    $900 isn't saving $200.

    Offer him $750.  It's winter, not a busy time for egg sales in most parts of the country.
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  • Jcl5150
    Jcl5150 Posts: 287
    Ok, I misunderstood.  He bought it from Litehouse Pools but hasn't registered it yet.  If that's the case and I wanted it, could I register it in my name for the warranty?  He also said he'd go down to $850.
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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    Jcl5150 said:
    Ok, I misunderstood.  He bought it from Litehouse Pools but hasn't registered it yet.  If that's the case and I wanted it, could I register it in my name for the warranty?  He also said he'd go down to $850.
    Run. Run fast. 
    Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Where are you located?  You should be able to come close to that lily white new. 
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  • bob.bud
    bob.bud Posts: 297
    Do you know if Litehouse Pools is an authorized dealer? If I recall you have to list from where you purchased your egg, and if you cannot list an authorized dealer you won't be able to register the egg.

    That is my understanding... others may disagree.
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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    I paid $100 less ($750) at Salado fest last year from the on-site dealer, with receipt, 100% guarantee of warranty. This is not a good deal at all. 
    Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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  • Scottborasjr
    Scottborasjr Posts: 3,494
    I'd hold out for a Eggfest if there is one close.  I know it was different a few years ago, but I got all of that brand new for a 1000 and was told I could do a lot better. 
    I raise my kids, cook and golf.  When work gets in the way I'm pissed, I'm pissed off 48 weeks a year.
    Inbetween Iowa and Colorado, not close to anything remotely entertaining outside of football season. 
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,457
    Jcl5150 said:
    Ok, I misunderstood.  He bought it from Litehouse Pools but hasn't registered it yet.  If that's the case and I wanted it, could I register it in my name for the warranty?  He also said he'd go down to $850.
    Remember? It has 2,100 miles BUT just put on a quarter of mile at a time? Personally, I'd turn around slowly and then RUN LIKE HELL!
    Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • WeberWho
    WeberWho Posts: 11,532
    The warranty is only good for the original purchaser. It can't be transferred. This would be considered a used egg without warranty. It will probably sell used without warranty for around  $600 - $700. I'd look for a demo at an eggfest with a warranty  
    "The pig is an amazing animal. You feed a pig an apple and it makes bacon. Let's see Michael Phelps do that" - Jim Gaffigan

    Minnesota
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    ^^^^^^that.  Warranty matters and is valuable.
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 17,261
    900.00 is really kind of high, for a used egg. Whatever you do, get the warranty, in a blood oath, from your dealer. Should be able to pick up a demo unit around $700-$750.
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 21,680
    For the price, go to an actual dealer and I bet they would match it on a brand spankin new one.

    This "dealer" you are using is shady.

    I would rather light a candle than curse your darkness.

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  • Jcl5150
    Jcl5150 Posts: 287
    Good advice!  I'm going to pass. Thanks all!
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  • tgs2401
    tgs2401 Posts: 424
    I bought a used medium with nest for $300.00. No warranty and that's okay. At that price I'm good. This one seems a bit high and the warranty sounds dubious to me as BGE specifically calls out the warranty as non-transferrable. In order to get warranty, you need a receipt from an official BGE dealer.
    One large BGE in Louisville, KY.
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  • Dave in Florida
    Dave in Florida Posts: 1,157
    Find you an Eggfest.  You will save money, have the warranty and eat some really good food. 
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  • Dave in Florida
    Dave in Florida Posts: 1,157
    edited December 2015
    tgs2401 said:
    I bought a used medium with nest for $300.00. No warranty and that's okay. At that price I'm good. This one seems a bit high and the warranty sounds dubious to me as BGE specifically calls out the warranty as non-transferrable. In order to get warranty, you need a receipt from an official BGE dealer.

    I don't have a receipt for my large and my dealer went out of business.  But I did register it when I bought it new.  I have replaced several cracked pieces by taking pictures and emailing Bruce at the Mothership.  Actually stopped by on my way to TN and picked everything up one year.  Great customer service dealing with Bruce. Never had to produce a receipt yet.
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  • Moleman
    Moleman Posts: 374
    I lurk here often but rarely post. I don't necessarily agree with the used egg theory.  Not arguing the value of this egg in particular mind you.  I have bought new and have bought used. I have never registered my oldest egg. Anytime I call two different local dealers I have never been asked for a receipt and they are always wonderful. I wouldn't hesitate to buy used if I found value at the price you are paying. 
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  • 4Runner
    4Runner Posts: 2,948
    No way no how in my book. Offer him $500 or just go buy a new one.  
    Joe - I'm a reformed gasser-holic aka 4Runner Columbia, SC Wonderful BGE Resource Site: http://www.nakedwhiz.com/ceramicfaq.htm and http://www.nibblemethis.com/  and http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogspot.com/2006/02/recipes.html
    What am I drinking now?   Woodford....neat
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