I'm looking for a new tractor. I have about 50 acres of fairly flat land in NW Pennsylvania to brush hog. I'd say 80% of the work would be for mowing and the remainder for loader work and other general utility use. The fields need mowing in the spring and early fall months.
I currently own a 3720 with a belly mower for finish cutting 8 acres around the house along with a x540 riding mower and a 850D Gator. I use the Gator for snow plowing and general utility work.
I currently own a Ford 8N with a 4' Woods brush hog to cut the fields. As you can imagine, it takes a LONG time. I'm 54 and this will be the last tractor I intend to purchase. A cab is nice but certainly not necessary. I told my JD dealer that I wanted a tractor with the ability to easily use an 8' brush hog and 4WD. He's got a new MX8 he'd sell for $4,335 (list at $5,429 + $121 freight).
He suggested a 5065E or a 5075E at the following prices:
5065E list at $25,284 list
Base price $18,819
4 Wheel Drive $4,683
Dual Mid Valves $1,051
9.5-24 In. 6PR RI Bias $491
Freight $240
Discount $1,884
Total before tax $23,400
5075E list at $28,249 list
Base price $21,784
4 Wheel Drive $4,683
Dual Mid Valves $1,051
9.5-24 In. 6PR RI Bias $491
Freight $240
Discount $2,099
Total before tax $26,150
I calcuated both prices represent about 7.5% off list. These prices do not include the loader or the MX8.
I've got a great relationship with the dealer and the service is excellent. He mentioned there's a little wiggle room in the price but not much. I was expecting a discount in the 10% to 12% range, especially in view of the economy-- but maybe there's not as much margin in this newer line of tractors.
Any recommendtions on the tractor or pricing would be most appreciated.
I currently own a 3720 with a belly mower for finish cutting 8 acres around the house along with a x540 riding mower and a 850D Gator. I use the Gator for snow plowing and general utility work.
I currently own a Ford 8N with a 4' Woods brush hog to cut the fields. As you can imagine, it takes a LONG time. I'm 54 and this will be the last tractor I intend to purchase. A cab is nice but certainly not necessary. I told my JD dealer that I wanted a tractor with the ability to easily use an 8' brush hog and 4WD. He's got a new MX8 he'd sell for $4,335 (list at $5,429 + $121 freight).
He suggested a 5065E or a 5075E at the following prices:
5065E list at $25,284 list
Base price $18,819
4 Wheel Drive $4,683
Dual Mid Valves $1,051
9.5-24 In. 6PR RI Bias $491
Freight $240
Discount $1,884
Total before tax $23,400
5075E list at $28,249 list
Base price $21,784
4 Wheel Drive $4,683
Dual Mid Valves $1,051
9.5-24 In. 6PR RI Bias $491
Freight $240
Discount $2,099
Total before tax $26,150
I calcuated both prices represent about 7.5% off list. These prices do not include the loader or the MX8.
I've got a great relationship with the dealer and the service is excellent. He mentioned there's a little wiggle room in the price but not much. I was expecting a discount in the 10% to 12% range, especially in view of the economy-- but maybe there's not as much margin in this newer line of tractors.
Any recommendtions on the tractor or pricing would be most appreciated.
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