Suggestions for inexpensive grill that won't rust near the beach

[Beach Runner]

We need to buy a new grill for our home that we rent. As close as we are to the beach, it is a hard environment for grills, outdoor furniture, etc., to exist very long.

Does anyone have suggestions for a propane grill with grilling space for lots of burgers, side space for placing serving platters, etc., that will survive being beach-close without needing replacement frequently due to rusting, etc.? I'd prefer to spend less than $400, but maybe that's impossible.

[SGB]

We've tried $400 grills and $99 dollar grills at the house close to the beach. They all rust. We've settled on buying a $99 grill every year.

[Beach Runner]

Argh! That's discouraging, but very helpful.

I wonder if those people who have outdoor kitchens with the expensive stainless steel grills have problems with rust (not that I'm interested in that now).

[bluemtnrunner]

We spent $200 on a kenmore in October, it is already about shot. I think unless you can put it in a garage or something, no grill is going to last.

[PJJ]

Big Green Eggs aren't cheap (I think I paid a $750 or so 7 or so years ago) but much cheaper in the long run. I live a few blocks from the beach, keep it uncovered outside and use it several times per week. I've never replaced a thing on it and if I needed to it has a lifetime warranty.

If you want propane, Phoenix Grills are probably your best bet and also have a lifetime warranty (or at least they used to). Again, not cheap, but cheaper than buying a new one every few years.

[Beach Runner]

Thanks for the advice. We bought a Brinkman 4-burner with side burner at Home Depot for $148. We cooked brats and liked cooking on it. Plus the grates and drip pans are small enough to put in the diswasher.