slim67 2,735 #1 Posted March 11, 2017 I went to look at this 857 this morning that some old timer has for sale. What do you guys think about this 857 for $400? He hasnt advertised it yet.I ran nice and looks pretty good except for the seat. 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #2 Posted March 11, 2017 In my area that would seem a great deal. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12 hp Kohler 1,014 #3 Posted March 11, 2017 That's a really nice tractor, I would offer $350 if he is asking 400 and if he says no then just do 400 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,230 #4 Posted March 11, 2017 The short frames are great, my 1055 (two years older and two HP more, but same tractor) is a great snow pusher and the gear drive mowers work great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #5 Posted March 11, 2017 I thought it was a nice tractor overall. The only thing missing is a hitch for pulling a trailer and it will need a seat and possibly a battery. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,175 #6 Posted March 11, 2017 15 minutes ago, slim67 said: The only thing missing is a hitch for pulling a trailer Shouldn't be too difficult to find that ... Looks like a nice Tractor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12 hp Kohler 1,014 #7 Posted March 11, 2017 The hitches are pretty common I picked one up about a mounth ago for $5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #8 Posted March 11, 2017 Just now, Terry M said: Shouldn't be too difficult to find that ... Looks like a nice Tractor I agree. 1 minute ago, 12 hp Kohler said: The hitches are pretty common I picked one up about a mounth ago for $5 I have 2 good sources for a hitch not sure what they would want. The one guy is pretty fair though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #9 Posted March 12, 2017 That paint looks real nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,581 #10 Posted March 12, 2017 that is a steal...if you change your mind....let me know,,,,, Wow....that looks great,,,,good deal in my book Howard 857 Horse in VA 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #11 Posted March 12, 2017 2 hours ago, stevebo said: That paint looks real nice it is in nice condition 1 hour ago, 857 horse said: that is a steal...if you change your mind....let me know,,,,, Wow....that looks great,,,,good deal in my book Howard 857 Horse in VA i think i might have to sell something else in the shed 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPINJIM 1,981 #12 Posted March 12, 2017 Go get it. Seems like a very fair price. Comparable 857's are asking $700 to $900 here. Start it and run it. If it runs as good as it looks, I'd buy it. Jim 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bslms 19 #13 Posted March 12, 2017 That is a nice looking tractor, deck looks in good shape also. If it was me, I would get it. Even if you have buyers remorse afterward you should be able to sell it and get your money back. It's clean, always a plus if you need to sell it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #14 Posted March 12, 2017 8 hours ago, SPINJIM said: Go get it. Seems like a very fair price. Comparable 857's are asking $700 to $900 here. Start it and run it. If it runs as good as it looks, I'd buy it. Jim 1 hour ago, bslms said: That is a nice looking tractor, deck looks in good shape also. If it was me, I would get it. Even if you have buyers remorse afterward you should be able to sell it and get your money back. It's clean, always a plus if you need to sell it. you guys should be motivational speakers! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,362 #15 Posted March 12, 2017 I'd be all over that little tractor! You don't find them in that nice a shape often for that kind of money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #16 Posted March 12, 2017 no you dont, thanks for your comment Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,362 #17 Posted March 12, 2017 I would if I could, but I can't so I won't way to far away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,740 #18 Posted March 12, 2017 (edited) If that horse runs, it is worth $400 all day long. I don't know if I would even insult the guy by offering a lousy $50 less. I imagine the deck comes with the deal?? Sometimes, even on American Pickers...the price is fair and you shake hands. Edited March 12, 2017 by stevasaurus 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #19 Posted March 12, 2017 2 hours ago, stevasaurus said: If that horse runs, it is worth $400 all day long. I don't know if I would even insult the guy by offering a lousy $50 less. I imagine the deck comes with the deal?? Sometimes, even on American Pickers...the price is fair and you shake hands. Coming from you Steve, Ill take that as gospel. Yes the deck is included along with another transmission. I think its is in exceptional shape overall. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 8,707 #20 Posted March 12, 2017 That my friends is a very fair price. It appears to be well taken care of, I would jump on it for that price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #21 Posted March 12, 2017 Looks good to me. Nice find. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #22 Posted March 12, 2017 Better go get it before he posts the ad. He may get offers over $400. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #23 Posted March 12, 2017 1 hour ago, Ed Kennell said: Better go get it before he posts the ad. He may get offers over $400. I talked to him this morning about making pickup arrangements. Its almost a done deal. Im thinking about getting my 265 ready to sell to offset the cost. I dont know if I would get as much for it though. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,458 #24 Posted March 13, 2017 (edited) On 3/11/2017 at 7:53 PM, stevebo said: That paint looks real nice Steve brings it up about the paint. It looks to good, was it repainted? It looks like he never used it by looks, even the rims look very good. Just my As for the seat you can have that recovered or buy one from northern tool for $40.00. Edited March 13, 2017 by Retierd Wrencher Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #25 Posted March 13, 2017 54 minutes ago, Retierd Wrencher said: Steve brings it up about the paint. It looks to good, was it repainted? It looks like he never used it by looks, even the rims look very good. Just my As for the seat you can have that recovered or buy one from northern tool for $40.00. I am not sure but would have to think it has had some touch up but who knows? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
