I am sort of in a similar position as I need to order new appliances for a new build, semi-custom condo. I am declining the builder grade appliances. I previously owned an all gas wolf range, and while I loved it, it was difficult to clean, and over the years required several expensive repairs. At first I thought I would go with a 30 inch all gas Thermador with the free dishwasher but I am limited to a 400 CFM hood as condo is not permitted for a return air exhaust hood. The Thermador w dishwasher and Zephyr 400 CFM wall hood are approx $5300 without tax. I would still need a refrigerator and washer/dryer plus counter microwave. When I add it all up, it comes to $10-11 K with a few extended warranties and installation. I also just found out that the appliance store financing is like a credit card, so it may be that I wind up financing these items with expensive interest - so am now rethinking my high end tastes. My next thought was to go with an all gas 30 inch Kitchenaid slide in gas range. I like the handles on the new model, and it offers 5 burners plus a warming/baking drawer that seem useful. However, I've read that the self-cleaning oven can overheat the circuit board. Not sure if this problem has been solved - so I am continuing to research kitchenaid. I can do a suite of Kitchen aid appliances for approx. $6k with $1500 for washer/dryer for $7500 - $8000 total. I've owned a Kitchenaid fridge and dishwasher and was very happy with them. Also thinking about the GE café line. The GE café slide in gas range is $2500 with matching fridge for $2500. I would do a bosch dishwasher for $800 and an over the range microwave for $900. From what I have read on consumer reports GE offers the best over the range externally vented microwaves, whereas Kitchenaid doesn't fair as well in this department so I would want a wall hood with the Kitchenaid suite. If I go the GE café route, I would be spending $6700 plus washer/dryer for $8200. I am also looking at buying at Lowes, since I found an 84 month payment plan with interest at 5.99 - they carry both Kitchenaid and G E but not Thermador.

It's really hard to choose, since I want high end appliances like the Wolf, but not the price or maintenance.

Would be interested to hear your thoughts about the GE and Kitchen aid appliance choices. Thanks!

Dalton, try posting a thread with your real question in the subject line:

"Love the Wolf all gas but not the price. Any ideas?"

That's sure to get you more responses.