Saw this on Craigs List.
https://cnj.craigslist.org/app/d/marlboro-keg-fridge-refrigerator/7475527017.html
https://cnj.craigslist.org/app/d/marlboro-keg-fridge-refrigerator/7475527017.html
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Does this Kegerator look worth $150
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Looks ok I guess. Unless you had to have the space, I'd probably look at a smaller cheaper unit from a Home Depot, Lowe's, etc. The trim hanging off from the back of the unit doesn't look really promising for that price (much like his bed side manner in the description).
You should ask him if it works and/or if there's a tank that comes with it.
You should ask him if it works and/or if there's a tank that comes with it.
The kegerator might be worth $150. The d-bag selling it isn’t worth a minute of your time. 
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Thanks. That's what I was thinking regarding the trim but wasn't sure if the price reflected that..Looks ok I guess. Unless you had to have the space, I'd probably look at a smaller cheaper unit from a Home Depot, Lowe's, etc. The trim hanging off from the back of the unit doesn't look really promising for that price (much like his bed side manner in the description).
You should ask him if it works and/or if there's a tank that comes with it.
Something smaller would work since I do small batches and have the 2 1/2 gallon kegs.
Asking if it works is the type of thing I'd do - might have to do that.
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Agreed, although I didn't want to pass it up if it was a really good price. Thanks for the replyThe kegerator might be worth $150. The d-bag selling it isn’t worth a minute of your time.
I wouldn't buy it.
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Summit is top of the line for non commercial kegerators, but this unit looks pretty old. You're also gonna need a co2 tank and new lines at a minimum. I would probably pass, especially with the chip on the shoulder the seller has.
No way I'd buy that. Such bad karma there.
You're not asking for philosophical advice here, Brian. I know. Still, I'd suggest you avoid people like that seller. Let it go.
Bought many in my day. It’s basically a used $100 fridge with a single tower. Offer this joker $75 and move on if he does not bite the hook. 5lb co2 tank, regulator, new lines, and ball lock adapters will be needed minimum. Keep the Sanke tap that likely comes with it for the keg party for the bud light crowd who favor volume and cheapness over quality beer. Tap maybe salvageable with a good cleaning. The old R12 units last almost forever, the R134a units not so much. You can change the tower or just add an offset 2nd tap and you can get two 5gal cornys in there. Anybody can buy a brand new one, but it takes dedication and some effort to restore or pimp up this old girl to your standards. Good luck with project.
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Thanks everyone. I agree with all these comments. I already have 2 CO2 tanks. Considering I do small batches I will probably take Yesfan's suggestion and look for a mini fridge to convert.
This is obviously someone that found it on the curb. I don't care if it's worth $300 and he's only asking $50. Don't do it.
FloppyKnockers
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I dunno. The ad gave me a chuckle. The guy could be really cool. I got a CO2 tank from Craigslist sometime back. His post was even more brash than this one. I showed up, lowballed him, he called me some colorful terms. We chatted a bit, and he turned out to be a cool ornery old Korean war vet. He was a retired welder and needed to "get rid of this summmb*tch [tank] to buy some f***ing beer".
I ended up giving him $20 and a 12-pack of Busch Light for a 20# tank. He threw in "this old piece of s**t regulator because the c***sucker doesn't do me any good sitting on the goddamn shelf."
I went back about a year later with another 12-pack. He died a few months previous.
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TLDR; I'd offer $75 and see what happens.
I ended up giving him $20 and a 12-pack of Busch Light for a 20# tank. He threw in "this old piece of s**t regulator because the c***sucker doesn't do me any good sitting on the goddamn shelf."
I went back about a year later with another 12-pack. He died a few months previous.
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TLDR; I'd offer $75 and see what happens.
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not doing it. Before I posted here, I had sent an inquiry if it was still available - Friday afternoon. This guy replied yes, send a number. I didn't reply. Saturday afternoon he sent me another message "too late dopey" So I replied that I was going to ask if it worked and if it came with a CO2 tank.
Bullet dodged, imo.
Wait for the right opportunity. A good kegerator is great. A crappy kegerator is a curse.
My rule of thumb is "would I trust this person to walk my dog?". If no, I try not to deal with them.
Wait for the right opportunity. A good kegerator is great. A crappy kegerator is a curse.
My rule of thumb is "would I trust this person to walk my dog?". If no, I try not to deal with them.
McHop
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I got the exact same thing on CL for $75 and in much better condition. It works well but needs the inkbird to keep the right temp.
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