So I think you missed the point. I was comparing the Cub Cadet 129 at the inflation price of $8981 to the Kubota at $11,715. I did that because today if you want to do the work the 129 was marketed for in the day, that is what you would get.

Also, a 1971 Ford F-150 cost $2,750 back in the day. So keep that in mind too.

I think the XT3 is a good for what it is. Not saying it is a utility tractor. And it is not a lawn tractor either. The price is good for what it is.

See, and that's why I don't buy the inflation calculator. Because if it's accurate, a new Ford F150 would be $17,000 today. That's a long way from what, $35,000 for a basic truck now? I mean, it's a fun comparison, but it is what it is. I didn't miss the point. I just disagree with the numbers.


Personally, I think the price is high for what it is.....

You couldn't buy an F-150 in 1971. Factory price for a 1/2 ton Ford, long bed, 2wd, 6 cylinder in 1971 was $2928. They actually got cheaper in 1972, to $2739. But by 1974 back up to $2975. Just providing some trivia for those who want to entertain the girls at the next cocktail party.:beerchug:

(p.s. the F-150 Series didn't start until 1975)

So how about this, if you don’t want to use the inflation calculator.

The Cub Cadet 129 at $1500 was half the cost of the Ford 1/2 ton pickup at $3000.

So you may think the XT3 is high priced today. But wow was that Cub Cadet 129 high priced in its day.

Thanks for the update on this. I did this quickly at lunch, so my research was not as complete as I wanted. I did get the price close.

Nah, Ford trucks were cheap. I can tell, as I see more Cubs from the 70's still being used than Ford trucks. :biggrin2::biggrin2:

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Hey, now wait a second!

Not intending to hijac the thread, but since Ford p/u's came into discussion, here is my '78 Ford. I got it in 1987 and drove it daily for 15 years, then I took about 3 years piddling with it. Ironically, now it just always seems take up the space I need for for my next project. In my heart I place a value on it which is unrealistically high, but my head throws out the reality card. I need some room, any takers??

I see you're in PA, go drive that thing around in Carlisle at a Ford Nationals car show with a for sale sign in the window, you might get a bite.