My first suggestion is you don't need that big a tractor. And you don't want one; if you want an all-around tractor, a 100 hp tractor will be too big to do misc. finish mowing work, loader work, etc. around your buildings and such. And a front end loader should be FIRST on your list of requirements!
Six years ago I bought a brand-new JD 5303 as a 'divorce present' to myself (now, now, the divorce wasn't my idea). Open station, 2 wheel drive, front end loader, extra hydraulic remotes & horizontal exhaust: Approx. $23,000 all told tax included. Will be paid off this summer. Whoo-hoo! It's a 55 PTO hp tractor.
I could have had 4 wheel drive for an extra $4500, but I decided on more HP instead of 4WD. It has a locking differential, which helps a lot. Other than that, it's just a basic tractor, no hydro or shuttle shift, but man, is it comfortable, and the range shift and gear shift are to the side of the seat, very well laid out.
I see that JD has changed the model numbers, the HP ratings have changed somewhat, and the prices went up some, but without knowing more about your operation, a brand new 5055D (45 PTO HP) would probably do you just fine. Plenty of implements available for that size tractor, 2 bottom plow, maybe 3, discs no problem, 6 foot rotary mower, plenty of power to run most any square baler.
Why do I suggest buying new? Well, do you want to spend time using your tractor or repairing it? If you want to restore a tractor, or you enjoy tinkering, then get an older one, but if you have the money, buy new. My other tractor is Farmall 460, 1962 vintage, and yes I do enjoy tinkering on it every now and again!
And whetever you get, get a loader! A loader! A loader! A million and one uses.
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