Buying Advice Hello All & JD 4115

[Gl33kl]

First, I would like to say thanks to all major contributors to the forums. I have learned lots in a short time related to my ongoing tractor search. Also, being a farmboy at heart, I think I will enjoy the forums even after my search is over.

Second, I'm going to an auction tomorrow with enough cash to get into some huge trouble... Looking at a JD 4115 with a JD front end loader & 72" deck. No details available as far as year, etc. but it has 175 hrs. From browsing the forums it looks like the 4115 is a pretty good piece of equipment, but I'd like to hear any/all comments or opinions, and any thoughts on current value, given the sketchy info I have so far on the tractor. Thanks in advance...

 

[kennyd]

Welcome to TBN

The 4115 is a nice machine-very comparable to today's model 2520 in specs. The loader should be a #410 or possibly a 200cx. At 175 hours it's barley even broken it yet.

Best to search on Used Farm & Agricultural Equipment - John Deere MachineFinder and Used Tractors For Sale at TractorHouse.com: John Deere Tractors, used farm tractors and farm equipment, tractors for sale, Case IH, New Holland, Agco, Kubota to find current values.

 

[Gl33kl]

Thanks KD... Will check out the links and try to be prepared. My big concern in going to an auction is knowing when to fold if the bidding gets out of hand. I've seen some crazy stuff happen at auctions. I don't think I will be able to nail down the 'fair price' range until I've seen the tractor, but looking at some advertised prices for similar models will give me an idea.

Nice pics on your Picasa link btw... I gotta have one of those grapplers

Looking forward to posting a pic of my new toy. Thanks again.

 

[Newtogreen]

Welcome,
As said before very simular to the 2520 which has bigger rear tires and two more h.p. for the steering. I have had mine for four years with no major troubles. My 4115 handles a 60" mmm, a bush hog rdth72 finish mower, a 50" tiller, a 6 1/2 ft Curtis power angle plow and a 5 ft Woods rotary cutter with no problems. Hope this helps. Larry

 

[B E Lewis Farms]

GL. How did you do with the 4115 at the auction?

 

[Johndeere3720]

GL. How did you do with the 4115 at the auction?

Yes, how did it go?

 

[Gl33kl]

Thanks again to all for the info. Don't know if there are any forum rules on posting prices - if it's appropriate and anyone's interested let me know.

I think things got a little out of hand, and a couple of other bidders seemed to feel the same. Compared to some of the dealer prices I've seen on machine finder, etc. I could buy comparable from a dealer at advertised sell for less. My thought is if I'm going to spend that much money, may want to consider buying from a dealer and get the support. This tractor appeared to be in excellent condition with low hours, 410 loader & 72"MM. Model 4115HST, 2004. I will also say the demand must be out there because there were several bidders.

Also looked at a 955 in a dealer's lot on the way home. Don't know a lot about the differences, but I really like the looks of the x55 series. They appear to be very well built also, so may check these out also.

So no new toy yet. Kind of disappointed I can't post a photo, but a day spent looking at tractors can't be all bad...

 

[kennyd]

Prices are fine...

 

[Newtogreen]

I'm interested, what did it go for? Larry

 

[Gl33kl]

Larry,
2004 JD 4115HST, 72"MM, 410FEL, 175 HRS, excellent condition
Winning bid $17.5K. I think this was high based on what I've seen online, but not an expert at all. This could be a good thing if you have one to sell...
Greg

 

[B E Lewis Farms]

For 17.5K You could have a brand new 2520 with either a 72" MMM or 62D Drive on MMM, 200CX Loader, IMatch Quick Hitch and probably some other goodies on the tractor depending on where you are looking.

 

[kennyd]

Yeah, that sure was high! Can you say buyers remorse anyone?

 

[Gl33kl]

Thanks for the feedback. From what I'm seeing out there for prices on other decent used equipment I may want to consider talking to a dealer about a 2520 or similar. I'm also looking at the x55 series (755, 855, 955) and a lot of FEL,MMM combos with under 2000 hours are well north of 10K if they're in decent shape. Add to that the cost of shopping - fuel, lunch and my boss wanting to shop enroute and the total cost of looking for a good deal is getting pretty pricey. Think I may head to the dealer to talk this weekend - at least there are no shopping stops or restaurants between home & the dealer...

 

[dsmau]

Thanks for the feedback. From what I'm seeing out there for prices on other decent used equipment I may want to consider talking to a dealer about a 2520 or similar. I'm also looking at the x55 series (755, 855, 955) and a lot of FEL,MMM combos with under 2000 hours are well north of 10K if they're in decent shape. Add to that the cost of shopping - fuel, lunch and my boss wanting to shop enroute and the total cost of looking for a good deal is getting pretty pricey. Think I may head to the dealer to talk this weekend - at least there are no shopping stops or restaurants between home & the dealer...

I know what you mean. Shopping for a good deal takes a lot of patience and knowledge of what you want and the market value. I found my 855 in Illinois on MachineFinder(at a John Deere dealer) and had it shipped to Vermont and drove to get it there from Canada. I live 30 minutes from the border so not a huge deal. I saved several thousand dollars and I would do it again. The only thing is it took me several months to find it. I looked at a lot of tractors in order to learn what was a deal and not.
Basically, for a +-25HP, 4WD, Hydro, FEL, MMM, <1500hrs, in decent shape and in any of the major brands, I would say that between 5-7K is a good deal.

I still check prices from time to time and it seems like it is more expensive now than it was a couple years ago. The states where it seems cheaper still are Illinois, Pennsylvania and Alabama. I would not hesitate to purchase on MachineFinder remotely (there are only dealers on there) but for Craigslist, everything needs to be done in person. Same for ebay or other auctions unless you are dealing with a reputable dealer.
Just my :2cents:

 

[Gl33kl]

I know what you mean. Shopping for a good deal takes a lot of patience and knowledge of what you want and the market value. I found my 855 in Illinois on MachineFinder(at a John Deere dealer) and had it shipped to Vermont and drove to get it there from Canada. I live 30 minutes from the border so not a huge deal. I saved several thousand dollars and I would do it again. The only thing is it took me several months to find it. I looked at a lot of tractors in order to learn what was a deal and not.
Basically, for a +-25HP, 4WD, Hydro, FEL, MMM, <1500hrs, in decent shape and in any of the major brands, I would say that between 5-7K is a good deal.

I still check prices from time to time and it seems like it is more expensive now than it was a couple years ago. The states where it seems cheaper still are Illinois, Pennsylvania and Alabama. I would not hesitate to purchase on MachineFinder remotely (there are only dealers on there) but for Craigslist, everything needs to be done in person. Same for ebay or other auctions unless you are dealing with a reputable dealer.
Just my :2cents:

Dsm - Appreciate the feedback. I am going to check out new, but really thinking a 7,8 or 955 may be the best fit for me. From what I've read they are well built, and think would be easier to maintain with less complicated controls/electrical. More my style as I like to do as much maintenance/repair work on my own as possible. Will look at pricing in different states a little more closely, that's an interesting point. As for pricing being higher now, that may be true. I'm seeing low mileage x55's in the 5-7K range without accessories, but not many under 10K with FEL, MMM, etc. Thanks again. Will let you know if I become a member of the x55 club...