I had my heart set on an 8n for my new place. I like old fords and always wanted an 8n. They are about 2k around here in good condition and about 3500 or so for a restored one. I looked at 4 or 5 and they were too rough for the asking price. Ended up having a '64 ford 2000 fall in my lap for a steal at 2200. It has the engine of an NAA/Jubilee but better hydraulics. I pull a 6' disc and a 5 foot bush hog and finish mower with mine. The major downside to the 8n is lack of live hydraulics. The pto has to be running for the lift to work. Its not that big of a deal once you get used to it. Buy an old tractor. Ive enjoyed the crap out of mine. they are easy to work on and cheap to fix. A comparable new tractor will cost you 18k easy. Keep good gas in it and change fluids once a year and an old ford will last you a lifetime.
