5 Ways To Avoid Tractor Buying Regrets | First Tractor Shopping Guide 

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Great starter video Dave. I bought twice in two years because my needs changed significantly going from 3 to 6 acres of our own property and also takjng care of 6 more acres for a family member. While I stayed with the frame size, I needed more pto hp because I went with larger implements. In hindsight, I should started where I finished. If you are new to tractors have your sales person go over all of the options available on the machine and what you would use them for. Another thing is there are lighter and usually less expensive implements and more robust implements. Sometimes you dont need to go heavy duty to get the job done while other times it may be cheaper to spend more on something you will be working often which will usually give you a longer lifespan and less repairs. As Dave mentioned it is usually cheaper to purchase a package when you are starting off. No cab vs cab. Personally, I wouldn't be without a cab. I'm less than two miles from the Gulf of St. Lawrence and it is very windy and cold in the winter. Also, I mow 12 acres of grass 1-2 times a week. The cab keeps the dust and pollen out and the a/c makes for a more comfortable work experience.

Great advice! The secondhand market at the time steered my choice. But it turned out good, the machine turned out to work well for my needs, also there was an ok dealership near-ish for service parts. A showroom fresh one was out of my reach.

I completely agree that many tractor dealerships have a certain level of arrogance. In the end I went with orange because of the front loader and its ability to interchange with skid steer attachments. Just like you I had a place 15 minutes from me but ended up driving 90 minutes and saved thousands.

I agree with everything you said, excellent topic. Good point on the guys who will tell you whatever they are paid to tell you. There are more than a few, but most of them are quite obvious by their utter and complete lack of knowledge. The tractor itself, yes, finance at the dealer for zero percent along with your attachments. Also, get the options on your tractor that you may need down the road like hydraulic outlets and valves. . Much more expensive to add later. You cannot have too much hydraulic power. You may find an attachment at a later date that you want and it may require another hydraulic function. And as Dave said, get comfortable with the dealer, talk to the service department and get a feel for them. Buy your tractor accordingly. Very very important cheers and good luck everybody

Great video as always and lots of information here to think about as well. One thing I've heard about is guys saying I wish I had gotten this or that attachment for my tractor when I bought it , because I went back to the dealer 3 years later and they no longer sell this attachment for my tractor. dealers don't always stock attachments for older tractors, especially tractor cabs being a big ticket item. Where I work we don't make parts after the equipment is over 5 to 7 years old, and if a farmer wants something it becomes a special order part, because the equipment is to old and we have to keep up with new equipment coming out. Now if you are buying a used tractor, ask your dealer what attachments are still available for this tractor. Although it's new to you, it may be 4 years old and the manufacture may stop making the attachments that fit your purchase within the next year or two and now what's available you may have to make it fit your tractor and that could cost you even more money. Manufactures can't keep the older stuff around for to long, as they have to make way for newer products that are coming out. Just some food for thought.Cheers from Sask.

The most important thing I did after I bought my 55 acres was talk to all my neighbors about how they use their tractors and what they wish they had known before they bought theirs. EVERY single one of them said they regretted not spending the few thousand more to get the cab. The heat in the winter and AC in the summer are great but the biggest thing was talking about when you dump a full bucket of dirt/fertilizer/etc and the wind blows it all back in your face. It's no problem with a cab. Oh, and you can put a radio in it! :D I was the first resident in the area with a cab on my tractor. New neighbor bought a 10 acre property down in the valley and was asking about tractors and I told him to get one as big as he could fit/afford and a cab. Now, much to the neighbors chagrin, there are two cab tractors in the neighborhood. Also, the color doesn't matter, buy the tractor from the dealer with the best customer service/support. I will drive an extra 45 minutes to my dealer because he has excellent customer service. I grew up with JD and have used several others but ended up with a Kioti because of the great customer service. The JD and Kubota dealers in the area have a reputation for being jerks to their customers. The money I saved with the Kioti over a similarly equipped JD or Kubota was a thick layer of frosting on the cake.

Excellent points Dave. I would just add that maintenance and repair is a big part of owning a tractor, implements and attachments. If you have mechanical skills and tools it will be beneficial to maintain and repair your own tractor and equipment otherwise it can be fairly expensive. All of the maintenance can easily be learned if you don't currently have the skills. Have a good one!

Great video Dave. Something I didnt know when I bought my first tractor last year is that I was about to buy too small for my needs. Thankfully, the people at the dealership were able to help me get the right size. I was goint to get a 47 hp and opted for a 60 hp. Best move I made. I would suggest to get a bigger trater than you think you need. You will never regret it. You are so right about choosing the right dealer. Keep up the good work.

Well done. Great video and thanks.

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