What do You Look For When Buying a Machine

[Phil Egnatz]

I Am Interesed In what to look for in buying a new mower

[Bob Minney]

1.Operator comfort
2. Durability & Performance & fits intended use
3. Parts/service availability
4. resale value

[SJR Lawncare]

Make sure it says " Dixie Chopper"

[Brieldo]

I'd look first at the dealer...is he someone that is going to help you out when you're in a bind or will you just fall by the wayside? I'd also look at the support staff/facilities that are on hand. If you have a dealer that is supporting alot of people in the field, yet has very limited resources in terms of staff/mechanics, you're probably going to be in line when something breaks down. Lastly, I'd look at the machine specifically. What do you want it to do for you, other than mow grass:p Are you in need of something you ride on or something you sit down on? What is your budget? What will you be mowing with this machine in terms of size of land and terrain/trimming? Will you be happy with this machine in a year when you get more accounts? Is it designed for what you're going to be mowing...ie., a dixie flatlander for mowing tons of hills...:(

These are all things to consider. Bottom line is, you want the best machine for your money and a dealer to back you up when you get in a bind.

[Scotlawncare]

Here's my top ten list. I hope this helps

1. Dealer location
2. Dealer service rep
3. Dealer parts avalib
4. Manufact support
5. Reputation of manufacturer by other LCO's
6. quality of cut
7. Warranty
8. Quality of manufact of machine.
9. Comfort when operating.
10. Price

Scot

[rodfather]

Good answer, Scot...

...I would have to say that Dealer Support & Service are the most important aspects to consider.

Initial Price? Nah...who cares how much you can get it for cause if it goes down and you lose a ton of money waiting for it to be repaired, where does that leave you?

[Scotlawncare]

thanks rodfather.

Scot

[LAWNGODFATHER]

Originally posted by Scotlawncare
Here's my top ten list. I hope this helps

1. Dealer location
2. Dealer service rep
3. Dealer parts avalib
4. Manufact support
5. Reputation of manufacturer by other LCO's
6. quality of cut
7. Warranty
8. Quality of manufact of machine.
9. Comfort when operating.
10. Price

Scot Originally posted by rodfather
Initial Price? Nah...who cares how much you can get it for cause if it goes down and you lose a ton of money waiting for it to be repaired, where does that leave you?

I am not the only one who doesn't think of price to much!!!!

I have seen to many horror strories on here from guys trying to save $100!!!!!!!!!! which is very sad.

[Tony Harrell]

IMHO, I'd consider quality of cut and reliability a tie for first place.

[WashMoBrink]

Just bought a Toro Lazer. Could have saved $101 by driving 25 miles to another dealer, but it would have cost me 10X that in the long run.

[Kent Lawns]

Gotta love those Toro Lazers!

[Phil Egnatz]

Isn't that an exmark lazer? toro is z master:sleeping: :confused:

[WashMoBrink]

Thick head + Fat Fingers = Stupid Comment. Sorry!

[Kent Lawns]

Goes to show how well eXmark/Lazer brand name has permeated our minds.

[WashMoBrink]

For the record, it's a 62" Toro, 23HP Kohler. Dealer I bought from is family run nersery and equipment center. Been in business 50+ years. They got there by offering great service at a fair price. Not worth it to me to go looking for the absolute best deal and giving up piece of mind.