What would be a reasonable price to pay for a complete tractor, 2-wheel drive, no implements, about 500 hours, nothing jury rigged, everything is there and works like it's supposed to?
I'm sure this varies by region. I purchased one last year with a 4' finishing mower and back blade for $1500. However, the hour meter was not working (showed 600 hrs). No rust but needs paint. I hope my experience helps.
I picked up my S470D for $3500.00. It had 400 hrs. on it and a 3 pt. Woods RD500 finish mower deck. I figure the mower deck was worth about $1,000.00, so I think a good price for a low hours Buck, in good condition would be worth about $2500.00. I've seen the basic model going for as much as $4,000.00 though.
I picked up my S470 Buck with 740 hours on it, a front counterweight, a Woods 5' back blade and a cultivator in good running condition with a newer seat and battery for $1600.