I'd rather have a 20-30 year old John Deere.
You "preaching to the choir", Sam...
Ya know what ya got with Green. They been here from the beginning, ain't going anywhere...
And, you can find parts, get'em fixed.
No arguement here...
DF
DF, do you have any experience with the imported JD's?
A bunch of the more inexpensive models are made in Spain, Germany and Turkey(?), I think they even make 'em in Mexico.
Pretty sure we'll stick with (older)American made versions.
Most tractors are international, parts made all over the world, regardless where they're assembled.
I've run JD's made in the U.S., Mexico and Germany. They all worked well, were all well supported by the dealer. JD service and parts availability is the same regardless of country of origin.
I've owned Massey Ferguson, Case, IH, Kubota and Ford. They all worked well. Parts, service and down time are what determines how well I like a tractor.
I don't/won't buy a tractor not well supported by a strong, local dealer.
Pick the dealer, then go with what he sells.
That's almost like picking your gunsmith, then using the barrel he prefers.
IMO.
DF
