I find the cash back wheeling and dealing a little confusing to decipher since I usually get that much in savings on implements anyway. As far as the purchase of equipment I would look at the total msrp on the Deere site and negotiate a deal with 15 to 20% off, a reasonable down p[ayment and then 0% financing on the balance.
Steve:
That's exactly how I do it. my dealer, whom I trust said, "hey, I'm giving you two grand off the tractor, what's the big deal with the rebate." In short he's doing better than the deal which to me is just a come on. I do the 36 mos financing too. Hey at 0% and $50.00 a year insurance I can't pass it by.
Rob