Looking at a massey 135d

have also looked at a couple of 165's at a dealership. not as well maintained. dealer says a 135 would bring as much as the 165's (he hasn't had his hands on a 135 in months). are 135's really that popular/good?

any ideas what a reasonable price is for my area?

thanks.

The advantages are good sources for aftermarket parts, the engine is one of the easiest and least expensive to rebuild. Good fuel economy, good power.

no loader, but low hours (at least from my perspective) = 2827. anything in particular that i should watch out for. the guy is asking $5295, but i'm pretty certain he'll dicker. is that a fair price?

thanks for the assist.

jim

Have you driven the tractor?

Any suggestions on what else/how to check the beast's "weaknesses"?

I was thinking of going up to $5,000 max. Do you think that's still too high (for Vermont) if everything else checks out o.k.? What are they bringing else where?

Thanks,

Jim

I would get engine hot and verify good oil pressure at operating temp, and slowest idle.
It would be best if you could actually do some work, ie mowing. That should check the drive and PTO clutches.

My '72 UK with MF32 loader, rebuilt engine, clutch, hyd pump is worth about $8500 in Washington State.

The guy doesn't have any 3pth implements around to check lift, pto etc.

I think I may haul my 5' brush hog up there to check it out.

Thanks for the pricing info too.

Someone also recommended I check the Canadian side of the border. I hope to follow up on that lead.

Thanks again.

Jim

I appreciate the courtesy!! Checking out the other side of the border now. Lots of Masseys out there. Every size/price/description. Unfortunately, my French is not that great. I'm waiting for my interpreter to return from Montreal.

I'll keep you posted.

Jim