70 and 100

rwairforce · #1 08-29-2014, 01:33 PM

Cub brothers.....I really would appreciate your opinions regarding the attached. I found this today only about 25 minutes from me. I have been looking for a 100 just because and he also has a 70. I currently have a 71 and 73 but I have a difficult time passing what appears to be good deals. I spoke with the guy and he's willing to let me have both for $850. The 100 has fenders, reflectors are good and lights that work. He reports that it runs good and doesn't smoke. The 70 has fenders but no lights and also reports that it runs well. He knows the value of things and was very nice about it when he suggested I not come over just to try to get a lower price. He asked $500 for the 100 and $400 for the 70. We all know that fenders alone have been selling for $200+ so this one factor makes it hard to pass on these. What do you think? He also has a new pan seat that he'll let me have for $75 if I buy either one. Thanks.

http://columbus.craigslist.org/grd/4633091708.html

bolivier · #2 08-29-2014, 01:37 PM

I think he's a bit high on the price. What happened to the tunnel on the 70??? Yes the fenders are worth some money, but if you're not going to sell them, they don't add $200 to the value. $500 for the 100, which looks OK, but no deck or anything. I'm thinking $400 TOPS. The 70 looks rough. $250 TOPS. If the tunnel really is chopped like it appears, then less than $250 for sure. This is only MY opinion. Take it with a grain of salt...

cubcadet · #3 08-29-2014, 01:40 PM

That seems to be about right for both of them, will he go any lower by chance?

IHinIN · #4 08-29-2014, 01:48 PM

The tunnel on the 70 isn't chopped up. It looks like tire chains laying across it.

cubcadet · #5 08-29-2014, 01:53 PM

It probably is a little steep, if you want them and think it's worth it, then go for it.

rwairforce · #6 08-29-2014, 01:54 PM

Yes, chains laying on the 70. The front of the 70 is stock, someone painted it.
No I don't think he'll go lower but I would still offer less. Thanks for your opinions. I sometimes have buyers remorse because I like something and jump on it but after a while it fades because the money just keeps getting worth less and less. Look at some of the crazy prices things go for on Ebay!!
He has the creeper too but he's at $200 for that and I know I don't need that.
Thanks again.

rwairforce · #7 08-29-2014, 01:57 PM

I think I should just stay off of Craigslist... I found this one close by that looks like a worker instead of just a looker. I like hydros too. Man I have issues!!!

http://columbus.craigslist.org/grd/4612840050.html

olds45512 · #8 08-29-2014, 02:29 PM

I like the older stuff but 850 seems a touch high, I think 750 would be max. The 1810 however looks pretty sharp for the money.

rwairforce · #9 08-29-2014, 02:34 PM

Tim,
I agree. I have the old stuff and they never get used. I use the 1554, 1440, 1864 and 2186 but none of the older ones. This is what I referred to as workers over lookers. That 1810 looks good as well as provides a nice deck for some mowing. I could probably get it for under $600 as well. I'm really leaning that direction because of the condition and usability. I hate being practical. It's this kind of thinking that's always kept me from buying a Vette!

Thanks everybody. With your help I think I'm declining the 70 and 100 deal and focusing on the 1810.

edit...I do use the 72 for garden plowing a couple times a year.

red56turbo · #10 08-29-2014, 02:36 PM

I think he's a tad high on the cubs, too. If it were me, I'd rather spend my money on the 1810. It looks like its in nice shape. I'd rather have a hydraulic lift, but its a Mag18 and both the 70/100 have manual lifts, too.