I agree with Walt. Don't buy a 50 year old tractor unless you like working on tractors.Are you going to haul it around? If so tractors over 5000 lb or so take alot more to move. I would look for a 40 to 50 horsepower 1958 or newer with a wide font end and 3 point hitch. Many older tractors have no 3 point and you won't be able to use modern implements with it. Tractors this size can be pulled out if stuck by another tractor or large truck. You don't need Patton's Army to pull it if it gets stuck , but it's big enough if your friend buries his truck on your property you can pull him out without getting stuck too. If you get a gasoline motor it will start easier and generally is easier to repair and to get fuel for. (All gas stations have gas). If you get a diesel motor you'll have a little more power and fuel economy. I prefer Gas myself but most folks prefer the diesel. I would look at a Massey Ferguson 135 , 165 or 175. Depending on condition will run 4 to 10 thuosand. However and unlike cars and trucks , with proper care and storage that tractor will outlive all of us. 30 years is not a real old tractor. Most cars that age are junk. Look at them on ebay. Its a great way to see whats available without buying or driving all over the country. Alot of people report the price here to see what others think before buying it. I guess that is helpful. I also agree I would stick to old line names and stay away from Belarus etc. "Offbrands". Good luck. Let us know what you buy.
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