I've got a JX85 which is around a 2009 - not sure exact year (I did buy it new, but I know it was sitting in dealer lot in another state for a while) and I have no problems with it other than some minor stuff. Have not used it for heavy work, just haying (mow, rake, bale), wood splitting, and blading. Mine is four wheel drive, which for heavy snow blading is essential. I have a diesel and have been able to start it in very cold weather - last year below zero F -without issues. Have heard some mixed reviews about this tractor, but so far, so good.