Would there be interest in buying my old Cub?
 

Hi,

As many of you undoubtedly know from following the threads, I am at sort of a tipping point as to whether or not I want to fix my old Cub 129 (recently broke a rod) or buy a new mower. I'm really torn on it for many different reasons. Most people in and around the various mower forums are recommending keeping it going - and I'm leaning more in that direction though definitely not certain. I need more time on it.

If I decide I'm not going to fix it, though, is there any interest in buying it? I'd consider listing it on eBay - though there was one exactly like mine that looked to be in great shape that listed for several months, never sold, and then the guy removed the listing.

Just wondering if I should put it on the CC classified section. Then, too, I'd have absolutely no idea what to charge for it. Just thought I'd throw this out there in the midst of trying to decide what I want to do. I would certainly post pictures of it if I decide to sell. It was always well taken care of and is the ONLY mower I've ever owned here at my property (since '81). It would be sold local pick-up only (in PA) with buyer making arrangements for all loading and shipping, etc.

For a non-running machine, you will get WAY less than you could ever imagine, :bigthink:

think in terms of $50 MAXIMUM,, from anyone that knows these machines.

You may not even get the $50,, :bigeyes:

it is hard to tell what is wrong with a non-running tractor,, quite a risk,,

CAD...I thought about this after posting. It almost seems like the better option would be to put the rebuilt engine in it. Isn't it likely that I would be able to recoup at least a good amount invested in the rebuilt engine if I'd then decide to sell it at some point in the future (or when it breaks down again for whatever reason!) in running condition?

I know what's wrong with it however...rod is broke. Guess a prospective buyer would have to take me on my word regarding that.

Might as well try to sell it if you are going to get a new one. Don’t bother with a new/rebuilt engine cause you won’t make any money on the package. Like if you put 500-600 in a rebuild of an engine, that’s all you will get from the sale of your tractor. Only put money in it if you are going to keep it.
129s are a dime a dozen, no hydrolic lift, plain Jane so to speak.

Thanks for the advice Terry. Just not sure yet. I still like the Cub, and certainly find the idea of buying a new one (wouldn't be a Cub though) that may not last real long less than appealing. I want to go look at this Simplicity tractor that has been recommended to me and see what I think. If I'm not impressed, that'll help make the decision.

Also you won't get squat for it IF you could trade it in.
More than likely, it will amount to you paying them to take it off your hands when all the $$ are counted, papers signed and you walk out with whatever you "trade" for.

Good luck in whatever you decide upon.

The 129 had optional hydraulic, and electric lift both. Not all were manual lift. :beerchug:

Sounds like it owes you NOTHING. Time to kick it off down the road. :ThumbsUp:

You want a project or to mow your lawn? :bigthink:

Yeah...but what brand/model to replace it with? I bought the Cub with our house. The previous owner wanted to leave it and was asking $500. At the time, being 25 years old and knowing absolutely nothing about these mowers (never even heard of Cub Cadet) I relied on my Dad for advice. He said that it was a good deal (probably a real good deal considering the Cub was only 9 years old at the time).

It has actually become a sort of interesting pursuit (would never call it a hobby) in a somewhat unique way over the past 37 years..would kind of hate to see it go. And, visiting my IH parts supplier has always been like stepping back in time to a simpler era -this small parts store literally crammed from one end to the other with shelves, cabinets, drawers, etc. Was always amazed at how he (or back in the earliest days the lady he had working for him) would always go to exactly the right place in seconds to pull out whatever I needed. Such a level of organization within (outwardly at least) apparent disorganization. So part of what has kept me motivated to forge on with Cub over the years has been the easy way I've been able to get parts and advice at the same time. The idea of starting all over with a machine I'm totally unfamiliar with and not having any idea what to expect in the way of dependability and such is one that I'm not yet willing to embrace. So it is not going to be "kicked down the road" until I feel convinced that I'm making the right decision for me, and one not based solely on economics and what may or may not be the 'logical' thing to do. I need to see the Simplicity that this local guy has recommended. Depending on how much I either like or aren't impressed by it, that should help to arrive at a decision. What I really don't care to engage in is the idea of driving around and checking out a whole bunch of different tractors at various dealers.