Sick of cheap box store riding mowers. 1500-3k budget used zero turns?

[tomplum]

Here is the thing that most don't consider when buying an inexpensive zero turn. They really fall into the same class as the dreaded box store mower. I'm not saying that box store mowers are bad for everyone, but if you want to stay away your choices are to go to a brand that is up the food chain, but isn't an odd ball. Out of the first list, the only one I would touch is the T1870. A high hour zero turn can leave you open for double exposure on transmission problems.

 

[MoKelly]

Are ZTR’s getting scarce?

My dealer called yesterday and wanted to buy the mower I bought from them 3 years ago. Offered $300 less than what I paid.

He said they are running low on used mowers.

MoKelly

 

[blee03]

I just upgraded my 50” cub cadet zero turn to a 60” exmark lazer z.

The old cub cadet served me right and for the $3000 it cost originally, I think it was a good deal.

For a zero turn on a budget, I’d get their new 50” cut model with the fab deck and 23hp Kawasaki. (My old one had a Briggs and it was fine, no issues)

Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 in. Fabricated Deck 23 HP Kawasaki FR Series V-Twin Gas Engine Zero Turn Mower with Lap Bar Control-ULTIMA ZT1-50 - The Home Depot

Introducing the new ULTIMA ZT1 SERIES. Step up to the ultimate all-around mowing experience. The Cub Cadet ULTIMA Series ZT1 50 FAB 50 in. 23 HP Kawasaki FR691V series Twin-cylinder OHV Zero-Turn Riding

www.homedepot.com

 

[p0opstlnksal0t]

I think I'm going to go check out the simplicity mower thanks for all the help folks

 

[Username Taken]

I bought a Husqvarna 54" ZT from Lowes. Has the Kawasaki engine. I'm a Vet so I got it for $2,700.

I don't quite understand why so many prefer old and busted to new and works. But then, there's a lot of things I don't understand --

 

[5030]

My take on used is... It's for sale because it most likely has issues. People as a rule, don't sell equipment that is perfectly fine. They sell equipment that needs fixed. Not always but it's usually the case.

 

[5030]

I'll take a Kowalski over a Kohler V twin every time. My wife has the Kohler on her zero turn and it's an oil burner and always has been. The Kowalski I have don't use a drop.

 

[Username Taken]

I'll take a Kowalski over a Kohler V twin every time. My wife has the Kohler on her zero turn and it's an oil burner and always has been. The Kowalski I have don't use a drop.

You're pronouncing it wrong. It's 'kakasuki'

 

[Midniteoyl]

I bought a Husqvarna 54" ZT from Lowes. Has the Kawasaki engine. I'm a Vet so I got it for $2,700.

I don't quite understand why so many prefer old and busted to new and works. But then, there's a lot of things I don't understand --

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My understanding is that that pic was a joke..

 

[Username Taken]

My understanding is that that pic was a joke..

I should hope so.

Fire Fighters are one of the few, very few...... Very, Very, Very few, groups of government workers I have respect for.

I'll think of another one sometime today and post it when I do......

Lemme see...... IRS? Nope. I'll let you know......