We have discussed here for a while that Becca and I were looking to buy
a lawn tractor. Didn't find anything used that I thought would be a
good value so we decided to look at new machines.

Looked in 4 places today and the local Sears store had a deal that I
couldn't refuse.

http://www.husqvarna.com/us/products...3v48/#features

They used this machine as a "loaner" for a good customer and it has 11
hours on the meter so technically, it is used but they threw in the 5
year new machine maintenance/warranty (even covers battery and belts)
and sold it to us for $1349 plus tax.

With a 23 HP twin cylinder engine and goodies like an automatic
transmission with cruise control, adjustable seat and steering wheel,
big turf tires, etc it is probably a little bit more tractor than we
really need, but for the money, it is a pretty good value. I really
like the 48" deck... big enough to cut back on mowing time but not so
big that it can't get into tight spaces.

Becca promised that if I bought it, I could take a picture of her
driving it in her bikini. I'm betting that before I do, she makes me
promise to not post it anywhere. <vbg>

Sheldon suggested that I look at this brand a while back and while I
don't have much personal experience with Husqvarna (other than their
chain saws), it seems to be a very solid brand so I'm giving it a try.

George L