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 | Blueman
Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 243 Washington, PA 
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2007-03-21 140606
OK, gang, my 79 year old father in law had his Sears lawn tractor stolen. I told him he ought to consider taking his $1000 insurance money, and buy a used, higher quality, even if it is 30 years old, lawn and garden tractor. He only mows a 1/2 acre tops with it. Knowing this, what model(s) should I be looking for? Someone near me has a 1971 JD 140, but they want $1600 for it...sounds high to me. Suggestions?
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 | kthompson
Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 5275 South Carolina 
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2007-03-21 140608
How is his health? He probably really enjoys the work if no health problem. If any health problem how long would that go towards hiring it cut?
I would not think on any stick steering mower. They are quick to the touch. kt ....
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 | yooperpete
Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 1413 Northern Michigan 
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2007-03-21 140609
I own 6 Cub Cadets which 4 of them are nearly 30 years old. Yes, they keep on running but there is always some maintenance. Even my oldest ones are worth atleast $1,000.00. JD models always sell for more than a Cadet or one of the other major brands. Mine are all garden tractors vs: lawn tractors
I would suggest going out and purchasing a new one at one of the big box stores which is just entry level. Another posibility is checking local newspapers for one that is nearly new and a step up in model for slightly higher quality.
Last year my neighbor who was 92 got another Sears. ....
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