It's been said: Look for a "retired" commercial lawn mower. Heck - call around to local lawn services and ask if they want to sell one.
That said: My folks have had a Hustler 60" (I think) for ages now. Pushing 20 years. And it was purchased used when they got it.
It's on its 3rd motor I think. Maybe 2nd or 3rd hydraulic pump. And the yokes aren't set even any more for some reason.
But it rides and cuts nice enough. And other than oil/gas, my step dad does NOT really take care of it. Maybe that's why it's on its 3rd engine...
Keeps on keeping on though.
That said: My folks have had a Hustler 60" (I think) for ages now. Pushing 20 years. And it was purchased used when they got it.
It's on its 3rd motor I think. Maybe 2nd or 3rd hydraulic pump. And the yokes aren't set even any more for some reason.
But it rides and cuts nice enough. And other than oil/gas, my step dad does NOT really take care of it. Maybe that's why it's on its 3rd engine...
Keeps on keeping on though.