when to buy

[mdw]

When is the best time to buy a mower (eXmark Lazer)? Do you buy now, wait for winter, or wait for the new models? How much do the new models usually increase in price and how much more are dealers asking for them in spring compared to now?

Thanks
Dave

[Vandora Lawn & Landscape]

Well, with the season coming to an end you're going to be able to get closeouts and end of season, new model year type deals. However, you're only going to be cutting a few more months most likely before winter. If you buy in the spring, you'll pay more possibly, but you'll have a full season to support and pay for your purchase.

[fivestarlawnken]

I agree with Vandora on the closeout and end of season theory,but only you know when the time is right.I purchased my mower at end of season last year, and used my six month no pay option and it worked out well for me.Another concern, is that if you purchase this year will it be stored inside all winter? Good luck, keep us posted!!!!!:rolleyes:

[gorrell]

I usually purchase equipment at year's end or close to it. I just bought my 3rd suburb'n turb'n a couple of days ago and got a really sweet deal on a 200 hour demo. It works for me.......Lynn

[Runner]

Many mfg's offer all their no interest - no payments until May of next year around this time! Exmark, for instance, has several great programs available. One of them, I believe, is 0 money down, no payment until April, and then no interest until May. Good incentive.

[awm]

i got to go check that out runner. i can do that

[Wangel]

The lead story in Grounds Maintenance Magazine titled "Buying Smart" gives lots of tips and tricks on when and where to purchase new and or used equipment. The magazine is free, so you have no excuse for not reading it.

[mdw]

Where can I find this magazine?

Thanks

DW

[65hoss]

I bought my Lazer HP last Sept with the ultra vac. I was able to leaf jobs all winter and spring. Spring cleanups were easy. Then just changed over to the mulch kit at May 1 and been cutting ever since. I was glad I didn't wait until spring. I made short work of lots of leaf jobs.

[1MajorTom]

Where can I find this magazine?
Below is the magazine you are looking for along with some others.

Grounds Maintenance
http://www.grounds-mag.com

Turf Magazine
http://www.turfmagazine.com/

PRO Magazine
http://www.promagazine.com/

Lawn and Landscape
http://www.lawnandlandscape.com/

Landscape Management
http://www.landscapegroup.com

[leaflawnandlimb]

I bought an exmark in the fall a few years ago and my dealer said he would hold off on sending in the papers for the warranty untill spring, that way your not wasting your warranty sitting in the garage.