JD 2520 comprable

[fieldnforest]

Don't forget about yanmar. I know the sx3100 isn't comparable in horsepower, but based on how you would be using the equipment I think it would be the best match for you, and more comparable to those models you mentioned, based on features. Otherwise if you wanted to compare on horsepower the ex3200 and ex2900 are more comparable.

http://www.yanmartractor.com//index.php?cID=147

 

[fordmantpw]

Don't forget about yanmar. I know the sx3100 isn't comparable in horsepower, but based on how you would be using the equipment I think it would be the best match for you, and more comparable to those models you mentioned, based on features. Otherwise if you wanted to compare on horsepower the ex3200 and ex2900 are more comparable.

http://www.yanmartractor.com//index.php?cID=147

Underneath the skin, the Yanmar SX3100 is the same as the JD 2720, and same as the 2520, just with 5 more HP.

 

[ovrszd]

worth its weight in gold! Every tractor should have this. I'd like to see it creep down into sub compacts yet.

Yep, my old Kubota B2910 had 3 ranges. I did most work in mid range. Low range was very handy for tedious tasks or hard pulls.

 

[fieldnforest]

Yep, and the best the best part is.. no green middle man markup buying the sx3100. If you want three ranges go with the ex3200.

 

[fordmantpw]

Yep, and the best the best part is.. no green middle man markup buying the sx3100. If you want three ranges go with the ex3200.

If only I could get a price quote on an SX3100! 4 dealers, and not a one has given me a trade-in price yet! When they do, I doubt they will beat the JD price as of now. JD is throwing in an extra $1k cash back if you are trading a B or BX series Kubota. If you want resale value, though, you have to admit that JD will hold the value better than Yanmar.

As far as the EX3200, it doesn't come with a mid-PTO (at least that is what my research has told me).

 

[fordmantpw]

Just got the call back from the Yanmar dealer...they don't want to sell one. $18k difference for an SX3100 with my BX2200 trade. JD dealer is $12k for a 2720. Make your own conclusions on how much the green middle man takes...

Sorry, back to the original post's topic.

 

[yelbike]

Curious......why don't you sell you tractor yourself? Typically they buy your tractor at wholesale rate and sell you your new one at retail rate. Again just curious.

 

[fordmantpw]

Curious......why don't you sell you tractor yourself? Typically they buy your tractor at wholesale rate and sell you your new one at retail rate. Again just curious.

I have thought of that, and have seriously considered it (I normally do that with my stuff as I can save money that way). The problem is, I think it would be tough to get out of it what the dealer is offering me. I have cut through all of the crap that goes along with trading (list at retail, show that you are getting EXCELLENT money for your tractor), and when it comes down to it, I would have to get $7500 or more for my Kubota to break even with what the dealer is giving me. JD is offering an extra $1k for trading in a Kubota right now, and the dealer is passing that on to me. Honestly, I was shocked with the offer.

 

[fieldnforest]

You asked for a comparison, so I just told you what I know. I love my yanmar dealer here in wisconsin. He tells me the truth and doesn't play games.
It sounds like a great deal you'll be getting, just make sure you ask them if that is the bottom dollar. NO freight and setup and NO other special sales gimmick charges.
As far as the price difference; you got to make sure when you're shopping around you don't just shop around for tractor price. You need to shop around for the financing. For example, it makes a very big difference if you skip the dealer financing, trade in incentive programs, etc. Just cut to the chase and ask for the cash price, and don't let the dealer jerk you around.
The prices you were quoted have to be apples to apples. Was one cash price and the other 0% for 60 months or some other dealer finance program, or both cash price?
I hope that makes sense.
Good luck with whatever you decide!

 

[fordmantpw]

You asked for a comparison, so I just told you what I know. I love my yanmar dealer here in wisconsin. He tells me the truth and doesn't play games.
It sounds like a great deal you'll be getting, just make sure you ask them if that is the bottom dollar. NO freight and setup and NO other special sales gimmick charges.
As far as the price difference; you got to make sure when you're shopping around you don't just shop around for tractor price. You need to shop around for the financing. For example, it makes a very big difference if you skip the dealer financing, trade in incentive programs, etc. Just cut to the chase and ask for the cash price, and don't let the dealer jerk you around.
The prices you were quoted have to be apples to apples. Was one cash price and the other 0% for 60 months or some other dealer finance program, or both cash price?
I hope that makes sense.
Good luck with whatever you decide!

I wasn't the one that asked for the comparison...I wasn't the original poster.

But yes, I understand all of that. After agreeing on the final price, if a dealer tries to add other charges, I turn and walk if it wasn't part of the original discussion. I was willing to walk out on a truck deal two years ago because they wanted to add a $50 doc fee.

Thanks for the help! I don't want to clutter up the original poster's thread, but I when through with the purchase of the 2720 today. Just waiting for the mower deck to come in, then I will sign papers and it should be delivered next week.