Used Lawn Mowers - Should You Buy?

The short answer is no. Why you may ask? Simply put there are ways to get lawn mowers for free. Buying a used lawn mower could be a disaster. The mower may look nice on the outside, but we never really know how well the owner kept up with it mechanically. Did they change the oil often, sharpen the blades, change the air filter, change the spark plug, and yeah the list goes on and on. A well kept lawn mower can outlast a poorly kept lawn mower by 10-15 years. However, why even bother when there are numerous websites now giving away lawn mowers for free?

I know what you are thinking, how is it possible for anyone to give away a free lawn mower? It’s quite simple most of these websites require you to complete program requirements and in some cases the cost of the program requirements ends up being a lot less than the type of lawn mower you plan to purchase. The end result can be an absolute steal.

Now back to the used lawn mowers, if you do plan to decide to get one, make sure you ask the basic questions that are listed above. Ask the owner how long they’ve had the mower, what type of terrain were they cutting and how often they tuned the mower. Asking these basic questions can save you a lot of money in the long haul.

Secondly, consider the brand of lawn mower. It’s been my personal experience that quality brand lawn mower will go a long way when it comes to durability and the life of the mower itself. You’re likely to save money in the overtime getting a top brand name mower compared to buying cheap mower from sears for $70.

With that being said, do you research, there are tons of free giveaways and offers handing out lawn mower gift cards to popular stores where you can get yourself a nice mower. Just be sure to read the terms and conditions.

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