Hi everyone....Whether all of you, or some of you agree with my purchase or not, I can finally say, I have purchased my lawn tractor. I just got back after spending 2 hours at the dealer.
Before the details I will tell you that I did purchase the John Deere X300 with 42" mulching deck!!
I spent 2-hours at the John Deere dealer. The company that owns the store, has 11 locations within a 40 mile radius, so, instead of going to the John Deere dealer who got under my skin a few weeks ago about 3-miles from my home, I went to one of their other locations after a friend of mine suggested this particular person at this other location.
This gentleman was fantastic. He explained everything in detail, answered every question I had, did not try to up sell me, put into perspective my decision of either getting an LA Series or the X300. I was totally impressed, and would have probably given him the business even if I were leaning toward another brand, such as the Simplicity Regent that I was also considering. This person mark, never knocked the LA series, but explained to me, what they were intended for, the type of lawn, terrain, etc. Then, he provided information on the X300. After he answered my questions, he explained everything function on both series of tractors, gave me the keys, and told me to have fun, drive them around, test cutting some grass, then decide. He then left me alone to play for about 30-minutes. So, I was able to judge everything for myself. I tried the X300 and the LA-145 and LA-165. After sitting, starting, listening, and driving both tractors, the X300 felt like it was meant for me. And, that KAW motor was so quiet and smooth compared to the Briggs in the LA models.
So, I will be getting the X300 with 42" mulching deck. Got a good price of $2825 plus tax, free delivery and free at home 10-hour break-in service visit. Couple that with the 12-month no payment, no interest, and I think I did OK.
I was told that I have 30-days to return the mower for a full refund if I am not happy, or if the mulching deck doesn't perform to my expectations, I can return the tractor for another one with the regular side discharge deck.
I know Chris has thought many times that the X300 is overkill for me, however, if I did get one of he LA models I just listed, the difference in price was only about $700. To me, the Kaw engine, sturdier frame and parts, PLUS, 2-year additional warranty, justified the $700 price difference between the two. Heck, just one repair to the LA series between years 2 and 4 pays for the price difference.
I will post photos of my lawn and tractor next Saturday or Sunday as they will be delivering my tractor I think, next Friday.
Thanks to everyone for all of your help and insight. I am sure I will be speaking to everyone as I progress with the tractor just to keep everyone informed of its performance.
Before the details I will tell you that I did purchase the John Deere X300 with 42" mulching deck!!
I spent 2-hours at the John Deere dealer. The company that owns the store, has 11 locations within a 40 mile radius, so, instead of going to the John Deere dealer who got under my skin a few weeks ago about 3-miles from my home, I went to one of their other locations after a friend of mine suggested this particular person at this other location.
This gentleman was fantastic. He explained everything in detail, answered every question I had, did not try to up sell me, put into perspective my decision of either getting an LA Series or the X300. I was totally impressed, and would have probably given him the business even if I were leaning toward another brand, such as the Simplicity Regent that I was also considering. This person mark, never knocked the LA series, but explained to me, what they were intended for, the type of lawn, terrain, etc. Then, he provided information on the X300. After he answered my questions, he explained everything function on both series of tractors, gave me the keys, and told me to have fun, drive them around, test cutting some grass, then decide. He then left me alone to play for about 30-minutes. So, I was able to judge everything for myself. I tried the X300 and the LA-145 and LA-165. After sitting, starting, listening, and driving both tractors, the X300 felt like it was meant for me. And, that KAW motor was so quiet and smooth compared to the Briggs in the LA models.
So, I will be getting the X300 with 42" mulching deck. Got a good price of $2825 plus tax, free delivery and free at home 10-hour break-in service visit. Couple that with the 12-month no payment, no interest, and I think I did OK.
I was told that I have 30-days to return the mower for a full refund if I am not happy, or if the mulching deck doesn't perform to my expectations, I can return the tractor for another one with the regular side discharge deck.
I know Chris has thought many times that the X300 is overkill for me, however, if I did get one of he LA models I just listed, the difference in price was only about $700. To me, the Kaw engine, sturdier frame and parts, PLUS, 2-year additional warranty, justified the $700 price difference between the two. Heck, just one repair to the LA series between years 2 and 4 pays for the price difference.
I will post photos of my lawn and tractor next Saturday or Sunday as they will be delivering my tractor I think, next Friday.
Thanks to everyone for all of your help and insight. I am sure I will be speaking to everyone as I progress with the tractor just to keep everyone informed of its performance.
