Question about an X300

[ffproulx]

Hey all, I am in the market for a new riding lawn mower. I have just over an acre to mow and have been looking at deere and kubota but think i like the deeres a little better. I talked to one dealer and he told me not to go with the 100 series as the x300 would be a better buy. I went to another dealer - was in the area - and spoke to them. They have one from this year - 2006 x300 38in cut with a bagger on sale for 2850, basically getting the bagger for 50 bucks. Is this a good deal? or should i also consider some other tractors. I really dont want to spend any more than that anyways since i am spending enough on the new house. Thanks in advance

happy new home owner who cant wait to mow!

oh - and the only thing i am concerned about is the 38 deck - kinda wanted min of 42 but let me know what you think.

 

[BleedGreen]

The pricing you got is very good. Most of us dealers sell the X300 series at list price, as there is not a high mark-up on the smaller tractors. I also prefer the 42" deck in regards to width - it allows you to trim along the left side of the deck better - but the 38" deck actually mows a little nicer, and bags much better... The 38" deck is an older (and IMHO a better) design, and is more of a "deep dish" deck than the 42"

It is up to you if you think the additional $300.00 in savings is worth the mower deck difference...