First Time Tractor Buyer - Yanmar?

PAB_OH · Dec 24, 2005

Mickey,
I do have a price range in mind. I'd like to keep the tractor under $5k. I don't need the FEL right now but I will need it soon. I just thought if I got them at the same time I could save a bit.

I went and drove a 1610D this afternoon. Another member of the forum who lives about 15 minutes away sent a PM and offered to let me check his machine out.

I have to say I was very impressed. It was a lot bigger than I remember them being and seemed very solid. He did have a Bush Hog FEL and a Mazziotti (sp?) BH on it so I'm sure it felt quite a bit more solid than what the tractor would have alone. Anyway, it's just one more model for me to consider and now it has me second guessing whether or not I really need the size and HP of the larger Yanmars ($$$$).

I found a 3110D in Richalnad, GA wih a Koyker FEL for $10,500 but that is huge money for me. No way I could swig that. I'm thinking if I can get a tractor, FEL, and possibly a trailer for under $8k or $8500 I MIGHT be able and willing to do it. Maybe I'm off the mark though.

The only thing about the tractor in GA though is that I think I seen some of his other tractors advertised as "Factory Rebuilt" or even as "new". Based on the many comments about dealers who say these things I am very leery of even calling him.

LMTC is still high on my list based on all the positive info but there is a guy who sells them locally too and I want to get in touch with him. The guy whos tractor I drove today and another friend of mine both bought their tractors there and say he is a stand up guy.

Thanks again for all the info guys.

PAB_OH · Dec 24, 2005

Thanks Kenmac. I was kind of aware of that practice but what if they keep the hour meter in?

I have heard some people say that the Vietnamese rebuilds may be made up of several machines, not even the same model. And if a "custom" part is needed to get the stuff together they have no problem "manufacturing" it on site. Ends up being a nightmare.

i guess if someone who knows their stuff wants to fool someone like me they can. The only way I can avoid it is to deal with the "good" guys.

Thanks again to all.

kenmac · Dec 24, 2005

Do business with Wayne or someone he recomends & you won't have to worry about these things, Cause they don't do business that way.

Cord · Dec 25, 2005

This tractor would proably fit your needs perfectly. It's an American model and it's not too far away. I don't think this one is power shift, but the asking price is awsome. 7574113925

PAB_OH · Dec 25, 2005

Cord,
What tractor would that be? Thanks for the info.

Phil

cwarrix · Dec 25, 2005

It is on ebay.

web page

PAB_OH · Dec 26, 2005

Thanks,
Looks like a decent machine. Anyone know why it would be so much less than the older Yanmars? $5200 is what most people are asking for the tractor only in this HP range and this one includes the loader.

I pm'd him but there is such a short time left in the auction I doubt he'll have time to reply. Maybe I'll get lucky though.

No way I can buy it through the current auction. I don't have enough time to check things over. That's the other thing about this one, no dealer support (as far as I know) so it could be a lemon and there won't be much I can do about it. I'm still going to pursue it.

I called Reserve Tractor (in North Royalton) this morning and they aren't open so I have no way to look at anything up there today. I still don't know a whole lot about the Allied tractor brand they sell so its still an unknown and with their hours I don't forsee me being able to look at them anytime soon.

Thanks for the tip on the eBay lead. If he sends enough pictures and I'm comfortable with him I might drive over and check it out.

cwarrix · Dec 26, 2005

( Thanks, Looks like a decent machine. Anyone know why it would be so much less than the older Yanmars? $5200 is what most people are asking for the tractor only in this HP range and this one includes the loader. )

That's one thing I'd be afraid of. If it sounds too good to be true ... And IF it was such a good deal, I think somebody would have snatched it up. IMHO, I'd probably stay clear of this one.

( That's the other thing about this one, no dealer support (as far as I know) so it could be a lemon and there won't be much I can do about it. I'm still going to pursue it. )

That's another good point PAB_OH, and another reason I'd probably stay away. I bought a pontoon boat on eBay (only big purchase I have made on eBay) and when I had trouble later, the seller was nowhere to be found. All I wanted was to ask a few questions, but he wouldn't answer emails or phone calls. Gives you a sinking feeling. I'm not saying all big dollar purchases on eBay are like that, but it is definitely something to look out for.

( I called Reserve Tractor (in North Royalton) this morning and they aren't open so I have no way to look at anything up there today. I still don't know a whole lot about the Allied tractor brand they sell so its still an unknown and with their hours I don't forsee me being able to look at them anytime soon. )

Have you called Wayne at LMTC yet? I don't mean to sound pushy, and I promise I get nothing out of it /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif But I know for a fact Wayne can help steer you in the right direction without any pressure. I looked for several months and spoke with Wayne numerous times before I finally spent my money. If you want to look at a 2210 I bought from LMTC, check out the pictures in the link below, or heck, if you're down this way and I'm home, swing by and take a look in person. PM me if you want.

( Thanks for the tip on the eBay lead. If he sends enough pictures and I'm comfortable with him I might drive over and check it out.)

Good luck PAB_OH, either way. Personally, given the bad taste I already have with the pontoon incident, I wouldn't consider the eBay option a whole lot.

Frankly I like knowing there is somebody I can call if I have questions. And I already tested this by asking a lot of questions before I made the purchase, and a few more after. I don't have a lot of experience when it comes to tractors, so having somebody to call that knows what they are talking about is worth a lot. Just my $.02 /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Chuck

PAB_OH · Dec 26, 2005

I contacted the seller. The machine didn't have power shift or power steering just as another member on here advised me. I will have to pass on that one for sure.

Wayne has emailed me and I emailed him back. Still talking to him. He's looking more and more like my only option right now. Not that that is a bad thing. He is supposed to be emailing me some pics as soon as the weather clears and he get some.

Thanks for all the advice, it really helps. I'm still looking!

pruntyc · Dec 26, 2005

Another thing to think about is. Wayne only buys tractors that are of a better stock. There are different grades out there, and he buys the better ones. Where as a lot of dealer buy the cheaper ones, so they make more money, but have more problems to. Now I'm not saying you can't have a problem with his, as they are used, but if you do he will take care of it to. I'm don't live next door to him, or even close, never even met him, but have been on this board for a long time, and he is one of the best on here. I live in MS, wish I was closer to him, as if I were that is where I would buy my next one. That is my 2 ¢ worth. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif