The problem with buying new used equipment is the cost of financing. I can't imagine you taking enough of a hit to overcome Kubota's 0% financing vs what it costs for a used equipment loan. Not to mention the lack of a dealer warranty (I don't think it transfers, but I could be mistaken). I ran into that when I thought about trading my BX for a B 18 months ago. The dealer said he couldn't give me a decent trade in for that reason. I just got divorced (actually not quite final) and am renting a couple rooms from a friend. I don't even have an urban lot to mow. When I said I had no practical use for it, I meant it. LOL
Ian