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Step 1
Research the features offered on riding lawn mowers, such as bagging options, steering options, fuel capacity and turning radius.
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Step 2
Know the major brands of riding lawn mowers and the attachments or features they offer. This will you get the complete package when buying used. If it does not come with a bag attachment or other feature, the price should be lower. Some of the most well-known riding lawn mowers brands include John Deere, Murray and Craftsman.
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Step 3
Make a list of places to visit or call. This should include local used riding lawn mowers places, as well as online sources. One online sites for buying (or selling) used riding lawn mowers is Mower's Market. Another great sites for buying used riding lawn mowers is For Farmers; don't forget about eBay and Craigslist.
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Step 4
Have a list of questions ready to go. Think of the things that are important for you to know. This should include the age of the riding mower, the condition, the fuel capacity, the cost of maintenance, the features included, the shipping or delivery costs and anything else that could come into play.
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Step 5
Ask for a warranty or guarantee of some kind. If it is being sold through a retailer or business, there may be some warranty with it. If not, ask for 30 days to bring it back if something goes wrong. Don't be afraid to ask an individual or private seller for the same arrangement.
