I can't agree more about these old machines. Back in 2006 I had a Husqvarna Tractor that was a year old that I used to cut my Mothers acre yard. My biggest problem it was not meant to cut a rougher yard with roots and such and would get stuck in the mud if it were too wet in the low area. And to top it off, it would hardly tow my Agri-Fab yard vac full of leaves. I had enough of that and purchased a 1 owner 1250 to replace it with for $700. Since then I have rebuilt the engine, added hydro lift and headlights within the first year. Today it works perfect with a total investment of $1600!
And this year I let loose of my Cub LT1042 with 80 hours and am using a nice 109 for my 1/3 acre subdivision yard. Only reservation is that it doesn't turn sharp enough like the LT1042. Also I am in the middle of restoring my Dads 149 that he purchased new and sold in the mid 80's. Can't wait to see it done!! I have the original sales receipt for $1650 in 1972 when my Dad purchased it.
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