I'm trying to make the same decision right now.

I'm still trying to get over the fact that earthlink still exists. who knew?

Every brand has issues, unfortunately, and you'll find dedicated fans and disappointed customers for all brands here. I think one of the most important aspects of selecting your appliances is to purchase from a dealer with a solid service reputation. If you trust that your appliance dealer will back you, then you can do your research here on features and fit for your cooking style, general reliability, and then make the best educated decision you can. There's always going to be a bit of a roll of the dice.

Of the three brands you mentioned, I have the BlueStar and love it. I HAVE had issues in the 11+ years of ownership but due to the older style igniters. When I eventually replace it, it will be with another BS. My second choice is Wolf hands down, and a friend has needed his Wolf serviced as well. I'm not a Viking fan but that's 12 year old opinion and not on their current products.

Good luck earthlink.

Just note the dates on the negative Bluestar reviews. Most are either old or about a just-launched product. I am really liking my BS french door electric wall oven.

My Blue Star 30" Platinum range will be installed this week and DH is really looking forward to trying it out. We've done the research and hope we've made the best decision for us. We originally thought we'd go with Wolf partly because of Sub Zero's reputation and our own experience with having Sub Zero refrigeration ( 501 R and 501 F ) for 30 years. But I nixed it due to the flaking enamel issues and what appears to be Wolf's reluctance to correct the problem. We did order the 42" French door refrigerator and that was installed yesterday

Jerry - I thought about the French Door oven but ended up with a Thermador 30" electric oven. Even though we're downsizing I still wanted 2 ovens - now I'll get to use the BlueStar gas and an electric.