Can anyone here with more experience offer me some advice?
Looking at a 1980 JD 314. One owner. Tractor is in very good overall condition. I drove it and it runs and cuts well. Will need an overhaul before much longer. Smokes upon startup pretty good, as soon as the engine comes up to speed, smoke stops until you crank it again.
Hydraulic lift deck and hydraulic 3 point hitch on back. Hydraulics are very strong. I stood on the 3 point (220 lbs) and when he pulled the lever it snapped me right up, no issues. Other than needing an overhaul eventually (apx price to get the overhaul? difficulty to DIY?) it seems good to go. Honestly, from my brief assessment, my guess is I could mow with it for a few seasons, as long as I keep the oil topped off. It also comes with a nice little cultivator, for what its worth.
Any rough estimates on value? The tractor according to the owner, and by appearance, has always been maintained and stored indoors. Thanks.
Looking at a 1980 JD 314. One owner. Tractor is in very good overall condition. I drove it and it runs and cuts well. Will need an overhaul before much longer. Smokes upon startup pretty good, as soon as the engine comes up to speed, smoke stops until you crank it again.
Hydraulic lift deck and hydraulic 3 point hitch on back. Hydraulics are very strong. I stood on the 3 point (220 lbs) and when he pulled the lever it snapped me right up, no issues. Other than needing an overhaul eventually (apx price to get the overhaul? difficulty to DIY?) it seems good to go. Honestly, from my brief assessment, my guess is I could mow with it for a few seasons, as long as I keep the oil topped off. It also comes with a nice little cultivator, for what its worth.
Any rough estimates on value? The tractor according to the owner, and by appearance, has always been maintained and stored indoors. Thanks.