New Here! Lets play what's it worth?

[blb515]

I have recently come across someone that is getting completely out of the business and as luck would have it I am trying to get in this business. I would like to know some professional opinions on what the following equipment is worth and it seems like some of the experts on this site would probably know!

Equipment Included:

50” Snapper Zero-turn
20 hp Vanguard Briggs & Stratton
320 hours
(I don't think this is a commercial model)

36” Scag Commercial Walk behind
16 hp Kawasaki KAI
2 yrs. old
New mulching blades
Mulch plate
Velke

21” Honda Commercial push mower
’08 model
Top of the line
Bagger
Mulch
Rear discharge

Red Max Commercial weed eater
2 yrs. old
Recent tune up
Hedger attachment for trimming bushes
(SRT-A)

Stihl Commercial weed eater (FS-130R)
Kombi system (easy attachments)
New head
Biggest model
4-mix

Red Max Commercial blower
2 yrs. old
Strato-charged

14 ft. Mowing trailer
Built 1 yr. ago
Ramp
Weed eater rack

Any and all opinions are welcome.

Thanks,

Brandon

[Puddle of Oil]

looks like a good setup to me, what are you going to pull that trailer with? couldnt tell you what all of its worth, good luck and welcome to lawnsite.

[Jay Ray]

You need to list the model numbers so what's under the hood will be known. For instance if the Scag is a hydro in good condition it is worth a lot more than the same size Scag belt.

[blb515]

"what are you going to pull that trailer with?"

I would be pulling it with a 99 F150 4x4 and would probably sale the Snapper and just have the scag and small Honda push mower along with the other stuff listed.


"You need to list the model numbers so what's under the hood will be known. For instance if the Scag is a hydro in good condition it is worth a lot more than the same size Scag belt."

I don't have the model numbers, I do have some pictures but have never been able to post pictures on the internet. ( I'm not very computer savy).

thanks for the replies.

Brandon

[blb515]

After comparing the pictures I have to the scag website, it appears to be a belt drive wb.

[Jerry Lee]

that scag probably worth about $800 to $1000. i just sold my 06 scag with 150 hours or a little less for $1000

[bohiaa]

One issue I have run into, where to keep everything, also is there any customer's that go with this Deal?

nothing worse than being all dressed up, and no where to go.

Keep us updated on your decission.

[blb515]

No customers go with the deal. The guy is asking for $6000 for all of it and it seemed to me to be way over priced but I am pretty new to all of this and wanted some more experienced opinions.

Thanks for the replys.

Brandon

[STIHL GUY]

seems like good equipment but you might want to line up some accounts first so you know that you will be able to pay it off

[Lawn Freak]

Hmm for no customers I'm not sure it would be a good idea

[Jay Ray]

If the Snapper is a 150z or 250z I don't think you will get much for it. If it is a 350z or better now you are talking some capability and reliability, more of an estate type z than a homeowner z.

[willretire@40]

Adding very quickly with out much thought I came up with $4500 tops.

[Mike And Son's Lawn Care]

Thats alot to spend not to have any customers yet. I started with customers first and used what ever I could get my hands on to start with. Slowly building everything up as I went. Course I had $600.00 to start so I didn't have a choice in the matter.

Check this out and tell me what you guys think.
Will it work?
http://www.mikeandsonslawncare.com/Accounts.htm

[CrystalCreek]

Thats alot to spend not to have any customers yet. I started with customers first and used what ever I could get my hands on to start with. Slowly building everything up as I went. Course I had $600.00 to start so I didn't have a choice in the matter.

Check this out and tell me what you guys think.
Will it work?
http://www.mikeandsonslawncare.com/Accounts.htm

I think you need to rethink your plans. The best businesses are started from the ground up. I would be very weary of buying and selling accounts. My business was started from the ground up. Get out there and start doing great work. The rest will fall in place. Dont take this the wrong way, but it seems that you are looking to get into this business without spilling some blood in the mud. I wish you good luck, but I would rethink your choices. Build an empire, dont buy a lost city

[supercuts]

not trying to be mean to people that list "package deals" on here i always throw in my $0.02 when the prices are way too high. you read it and they want top for each piece as if you are only buying one. however when you buy a package, you are supposed to get a deal if you buy all of it. by the sound of yours he wants top dollar and the rider sounds like residential unit. not worth anything close to 6k

[bohiaa]

Just read a post about a guy who purchased some used equiptment, he's keeping it in his garague untill spring, only now he cant seem to find where the fuel leak is comming from.....

Good luck

[socallawndude]

Put out flyers, tell the customers you're going to start service in their area next month, and figure out how much income you'll have before you pull the trigger. Kinda ballsy, but it worked for me, and made me more confident about buying equipment. I personally don't think what is for sale is worth it for where you're at. Spend $1200 on a new 21", and 800 on a new line trimmer and blower and go from there. Brand new and out the door for 2k...good luck with your business

[lawnangel1]

6000!!!! He is dreaming. Not worth a penny over 4k.