We'd like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum... Read More »
We're aware that some users are experiencing technical issues which the team are working to resolve. See the Community Noticeboard for more info. Thank you for your patience.
📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!
Missing Weber BBQ Accessory
Options

StevoH_2
Posts: 6 Forumite

Hi,
I purchased a Weber GBS Mastertouch BBQ from Blacks online store on 13 May 20.
I paid via debit card. Following a lot of hassle due to the first one being lost in transit and the replacement item missing it’s original delivery, it finally arrived today, 27 May 20.
After I assembled I had an inkling something was missing and checked the original product description which read: “Includes: GBS cast iron sear grate”.
https://www.blacks.co.uk/equipment/351408-weber-mastertouch-gbs-charcoal-barbecue-grill-grey.html
It wasn’t there. The item retails separately on Weber.com for £52.99.
https://www.weber.com/GB/en/accessories/cooking/gourmet-bbq-system/8834.html?cgid=502#start=1
I purchased a Weber GBS Mastertouch BBQ from Blacks online store on 13 May 20.
I paid via debit card. Following a lot of hassle due to the first one being lost in transit and the replacement item missing it’s original delivery, it finally arrived today, 27 May 20.
After I assembled I had an inkling something was missing and checked the original product description which read: “Includes: GBS cast iron sear grate”.
https://www.blacks.co.uk/equipment/351408-weber-mastertouch-gbs-charcoal-barbecue-grill-grey.html
It wasn’t there. The item retails separately on Weber.com for £52.99.
https://www.weber.com/GB/en/accessories/cooking/gourmet-bbq-system/8834.html?cgid=502#start=1
I contacted Black’s CS team via Twitter pointing out the issue. They responded “Unfortunately, we won't be able to send this out separately”...
“I will have to arrange your order to be collected.”
The box is already in pieces in the bin and the BBQ assembled. Though unused, the assembly marks some components in places that aren’t visible during use due to the tight fit. I don’t want to return the product and doubt they’d accept it without the original packaging.
I purchased from them because it seemed like a good deal, but without the accessory it’s not. The whole package is available elsewhere at approximately £50 more.
I think they’ve advertised the product incorrectly and misrepresented what they were selling, which was actually a standalone BBQ.
I purchased from them because it seemed like a good deal, but without the accessory it’s not. The whole package is available elsewhere at approximately £50 more.
I think they’ve advertised the product incorrectly and misrepresented what they were selling, which was actually a standalone BBQ.
I’m satisfied with the BBQ, but wondering if I’m entitled to seek reimbursement for the value of the sear grate?
Any help and advice is much appreciated.
Any help and advice is much appreciated.
0
Comments
-
It's not completely clear: was that model supposed to come with the grate and it's been left out of the box, or did they mistakenly advertise the wrong model?In terms of resolution, they ought to accept it back for a full refund since it's their mistake, irrespective of whether it's marked or the box a bit battered. Firstly thing I'd do is rescue the box from the bin and put it aside. Don't use the BBQ until the matter is resolved, otherwise you might limit your options.
They may consider a partial refund to reflect the difference in price, if the mistake was to advertise incorrectly, but they could simply ask you to return it for a full refund.0 -
Could it be they cannot send it out as the item is currently OOS on their website?0
-
theonlywayisup said:Could it be they cannot send it out as the item is currently OOS on their website?1
-
DoaM said:theonlywayisup said:Could it be they cannot send it out as the item is currently OOS on their website?The link I provided to the sear grate was on Weber’s own website merely to show the retail value of the missing accessory.1
-
Aylesbury_Duck said:It's not completely clear: was that model supposed to come with the grate and it's been left out of the box, or did they mistakenly advertise the wrong model?In terms of resolution, they ought to accept it back for a full refund since it's their mistake, irrespective of whether it's marked or the box a bit battered. Firstly thing I'd do is rescue the box from the bin and put it aside. Don't use the BBQ until the matter is resolved, otherwise you might limit your options.
They may consider a partial refund to reflect the difference in price, if the mistake was to advertise incorrectly, but they could simply ask you to return it for a full refund.
The manual that turned up suggests it’s not part of the package and that their description is for a slightly deferent model.
I’m convinced they’ve advertised it incorrectly / mis-sold it.0 -
Apologies - I didn't notice that they were links to different websites. What that means though is they they could get one from a competitor (if they wanted to) and send it to you. Or they could give you a discount/partial refund to allow you to buy it from the competitor. The latter is probably the simplest solution so I'd propose that to them.1
-
theonlywayisup said:Could it be they cannot send it out as the item is currently OOS on their website?Regardless, it sounds like an accessory was mistakenly advertised as included and they really should honour that by way of a partial refund...0
-
£53 to save to you rotating the food. I'd ask for the money back and put it to better use.0
-
452 said:£53 to save to you rotating the food. I'd ask for the money back and put it to better use.
Its purpose is to give a crosshatch sear mark on your barbecued food:0 -
George_Michael said:452 said:£53 to save to you rotating the food. I'd ask for the money back and put it to better use.
Its purpose is to give a crosshatch sear mark on your barbecued food:2
Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

Categories
- All Categories
- 350.8K Banking & Borrowing
- 253K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
- 453.5K Spending & Discounts
- 243.8K Work, Benefits & Business
- 598.6K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
- 176.8K Life & Family
- 257K Travel & Transport
- 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
- 16.1K Discuss & Feedback
- 37.6K Read-Only Boards