Looking at a Hydro 149

[bwagner]

Good morning,

I have come across a Cub Cadet Hydro 149. It is a 1972 model with the originial 14 hp Kohler. The Cub Cadet was purchased new by the owner, and ran alongside a 1971 Cub tractor until the owner traded it in on a new Kubota. From what I have been told, it was kept inside all its life.

The tractor runs great. The Kohler started immediately even with a dying battery after sitting for a few months. The hydro seems to be in good shape with no grinding sounds or excessive whines. The metal is a in good shape with all components and attachments (including hydraulic deck lift) working.

It includes a belly mower in great shape as well as a like new snowblower. The snowblower seems to have been used only a few times. The tractor also has a Brinly Hardy hitch.

I am a huge fan of IH made machinery. Furthermore, I have restored two tractors: a 1948 Super A and a 1945 A. Unfortunately, it is too late on resisting the Cub Cadet. I drove it once, and now have come to the conclusion that I could even justify it as a useful lawn tractor.

The asking price is $990. I am new to Cub Cadet tractors; is that a fair price for the condition and implements? If not, what is a fair price to offer?

Thanks!

Ben Wagner
Virginia

 

[wshytle]

Ben-

You won't be unhappy with a 149. It's one of the most popular models from what I've heard. As far as whether the asking price is fair is we all sort of agree (unspoken) that's your decision to make. The 149 came standard with hydraulic lift/headlights. The rear hitch was an accessory.

I will say the cub you described sounds nice and taken care of. Many are found at the edges of fields where they've been for years. Finding sheltered cubs is a plus for sure. One other thing, be sure and ask if there're any manuals/paperwork on the cub that can go with the deal. That's just icing on the cake.

Good luck!

 

[cmwkrill]

Ben- This tractor is a garden tractor and should be posted on the main discussion thread. (top of topics page; you'll get more replies.) However, to answer your querstion- In my honest opinion- YES!!! you will have it forever. see if you could get it down to $8-900. If they're firm on the $990, its still worth it, IMHO. But- It is your money, and if you feel it is worth it, buy it. If not, leave it. I would seriously, seriously, SERIOUSLY encourage you to buy it though.

EDIT: Dangit, Wayne, you beat me.

nice to see someone else on at this time of the morning.

 

[bwagner]

Thanks for the opinions. I also posted this message in the garden section like you suggested.

The problem is that I know I would have the 149 for years because I won't want to get rid of it. I tried to buy the 1945 A to restore and sell, but it still sits in my barn two years later!

Do you know of anything particular problem-wise I should be watching for as I look at the tractor?

Wayne, I will have to ask about the manuals. Most likely they still exist if the owner traded them in with the tractor.

 

[keclinker]

I just bought a 1972 149 myself a month ago. I got it for 600 with a Mi-T-Vac leaf vacuum hooked up to a wagon. Mine does not have the hydraulic deck. I love it. Mine was pampered by the older man I bought it from. I am wondering if a 3 point hitch can be mounted to them, and what that would run. I have always liked older equipment, as it is built better.

 

[mbounds]

Hey guys!! This is the Lawn tractor page. A Garden tractor with a belly mower does NOT make it a lawn tractor. PUHLEEZE post your garden tractor inquiries and/ comments on the Garden Tractor page ....
Myron b

 

[mhomrighausen]

Keith C. Welcome aboard. What Myron B. means is to Click here and post about your 149. This is the very top thread of this site. You will love the 149.