Used Lawn Mowers For Sale Near Iowa City, IA

Buying The Right Used Lawn Mower

Lawn mowers can be a big investment, especially if you need a larger riding model. Buying yours used can help you stretch your dollar and get the right machine, but there are a few things you should know first. We here at Sinclair Tractor want to make sure you’re happy with your purchase, so we’ve put together a brief guide for buying used lawn mowers, below. To learn more, or to see the used lawn mowers we have for sale, contact our store in Centerville, Iowa, today!

Fair Price

Generally, used lawn mowers are going to be more affordable than ones that have never left the lot, but that doesn’t help you land on a specific number. In general, we recommend not buying a four-year-old or older lawn mower for much more than 60-70% of its initial retail cost. You’ll save big and still head home with a lawn mower that will last you for years to come.

Inspection

Never forget a thorough inspection to ensure you’re buying a working machine. Check for:

• Wobbly wheels.

• Cracked tires.

• Low tread.

• An engine that’s hard to start.

• Poor oil quality.

• A dirty air filter and surrounding area.

If you find any of those things, keep in mind that buying that lawn mower will mean conducting serious maintenance sooner rather than later. Factor that into your negotiation and make sure the new price reflects these faults.

Ready to get started? Contact us at Sinclair Tractor for more information, or to see the used lawn mowers we have available. We proudly serve the people of Davenport, Iowa, and Moline, Illinois—let us serve you today!