Hi all,
As you probably know I'm looking for a used backhoe. I have several threads about some different machines and today came across a 1990 Cat 416 with 4x4 cab and extend a hoe about 5 miles from my house so it would be perfect to get. (I could almost drive it home) Looks to be in good condition for the age but has 10,692 hours. It seems steep but it's priced at $16500. Which from what I've seen is really good. I was looking at a 310D the same age but the Deere is 2wd no cab and no ext hoe with just over 4000 hours for $11,500. I really like the idea of the ext hoe 4wd and cab. And can see it being worth the little extra money but if the almost 11000 hour engine is going to have constant repairs I don't. Want to deal with it.
Thanks for the help!
As you probably know I'm looking for a used backhoe. I have several threads about some different machines and today came across a 1990 Cat 416 with 4x4 cab and extend a hoe about 5 miles from my house so it would be perfect to get. (I could almost drive it home) Looks to be in good condition for the age but has 10,692 hours. It seems steep but it's priced at $16500. Which from what I've seen is really good. I was looking at a 310D the same age but the Deere is 2wd no cab and no ext hoe with just over 4000 hours for $11,500. I really like the idea of the ext hoe 4wd and cab. And can see it being worth the little extra money but if the almost 11000 hour engine is going to have constant repairs I don't. Want to deal with it.
Thanks for the help!