zeke37 24 #1 Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) Hello I've got a line on an 857 that looks in great original shape with a good deck on it. Asking $650 which seems a little high but older tractors in good shape are rare in my neck of the woods and I am wanting something pretty to add to the collection. What do you think? Comes with a dozer blade as well. Thanks in advance, Tim Edited January 13, 2020 by zeke37 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,176 #2 Posted January 13, 2020 If it runs as good as it looks, go get it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vinylguy 4,674 #3 Posted January 13, 2020 Seems like a decent price to me. 👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,362 #4 Posted January 13, 2020 7 minutes ago, Ed Kennell said: If it runs as good as it looks, go get it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,336 #5 Posted January 13, 2020 And with the blade to you can't go wrong Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #6 Posted January 13, 2020 Those short frame square hood 8hp tractors are my favorite! If the motor runs and sounds good and no smoke, I'd add it to the collection with a smile on my face! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,882 #7 Posted January 13, 2020 Nice looking ride! I’d try to get it for $500, but in all reality I’m sure I’ve got more into my light restorations than $650 so if it doesn’t need much work, it’s probably worth it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herder 2,354 #8 Posted January 13, 2020 WOW. Nice tractor and would be a great one to add to any collection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronhatch 406 #9 Posted January 13, 2020 I have a modified 867 that is - IMHO - the best looking tractor WH ever made. As they say; I was at the right place, at the right time and stole mine for $20. back in 1994. With that being said, I would try to get the owner down to $500. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jrblanke 857 #10 Posted January 13, 2020 Hey Zeke, Looks like a nice tractor. I'm over here in Raleigh and I can tell you, short frames are tough to find down here in NC. I agree with the others. If you can get him down to $500 then its a good deal. But if not, No big deal. It would cost $150 in gas just to get to the big show where there are there are normally a few good short frames for sale. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #11 Posted January 14, 2020 (edited) 22 hours ago, Ed Kennell said: If it runs as good as it looks, go get it. I paid 450 for mine delivered with the same deck and a mid mount blade but had to stick 100 + into it with some tranny bearings and what not. .. If thats an all orginal AND unmolested I would be all over it but yes try and dickering abit. Pardon my addiction to '67's... Edited January 14, 2020 by WHX24 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,229 #12 Posted January 14, 2020 22 hours ago, zeke37 said: older tractors in good shape are rare in my neck of the woods Like James said, we NC boys seem to have to drive 500 miles to find a nice . Go get it! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #13 Posted January 14, 2020 10 hours ago, pullstart said: but in all reality I’m sure I’ve got more into my light restorations than $650 so if it doesn’t need much work, it’s probably worth it! Don't listen to him Zeke ...his restos consist of putting a rose bud on the cutting torch with some coat hanger for filler wire! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,318 #14 Posted January 14, 2020 Looks original, unmolested and straight. I like it! Make the guy an offer, ya never know 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,176 #15 Posted January 14, 2020 You better hurry Zeke. Sounds like those North Carolina hounds are about ready to open up on that horses trail. 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dells68 7,498 #16 Posted January 14, 2020 I saw that one on marketplace. Looks pretty darn clean. Paint looks original all over. Seems very well maintained. Believe I’d get going if I were you! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jrblanke 857 #17 Posted January 14, 2020 I think that one has been on there for quite some time. Don’t let the guy know you are too excited, you might get a better deal. 😁👍 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,882 #18 Posted January 15, 2020 On 1/13/2020 at 11:02 PM, Jrblanke said: I think that one has been on there for quite some time. Don’t let the guy know you are too excited, you might get a better deal. 😁👍 So my typical phone conversation such as “I’d like to come pick up your tractor” is too promising? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,457 #19 Posted January 15, 2020 On 1/13/2020 at 7:57 PM, WHX24 said: I paid 450 for mine delivered with the same deck and a mid mount blade but had to stick 100 + into it with some tranny bearings and what not. .. If thats an all orginal AND unmolested I would be all over it but yes try and dickering abit. Pardon my addiction to '67's... Pardon my addiction to '67's... In my book nothing to pardon. Had many. 607 all the way to 1257 at one time. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jrblanke 857 #20 Posted January 15, 2020 53 minutes ago, pullstart said: So my typical phone conversation such as “I’d like to come pick up your tractor” is too promising? I would say that introduction would certainly reduce your ability to negotiate 😂 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #21 Posted January 15, 2020 49 minutes ago, Jrblanke said: I would say that introduction would certainly reduce your ability to negotiate 😂 Yeah Kev's not one to dicker! Well Tim we are patiently waiting for of it in your yard! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jrblanke 857 #22 Posted January 15, 2020 Hey @zeke37, whereabouts in chapel hill are you located? There is another forum member close by over there who lives on the south west side near university lakes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
