Bought a John Deere X758

[@mustangecoboosthpp3869]

I purchased a X758 in 2019 with a 54 inch HC deck out the door it was $14,600, I also purchased the seat cover and the front grill guard. It has been trouble free and a fantastic machine. The aluminum rims became standard in 2019, they were an option before that. Mine also has the auto connect deck.

[@polarizedoutdoors]

Glad you explained your reasoning for buying new over used. I think that's really valuable information that a lot of other channels don't go into. Thanks for the video

[@mmrbeef]

I think its a really important point. I think I can say that I don't have a problem buying used machines.... but when you get into the newer stuff, its hard to justify used.

[@mikecrockett3669]

Some people drool over sports cars………This is my kind of sports car! Thanks for video!

[@Gunnut357mag]

Very nice! I have a 2013 x738. I put a 3 point and the rear pto on it and love it. Even though it’s has it still has plenty of power to run a 50” tiller with no issues.

[@Greg_Gatsby]

Your justification for buying new translates well to other series JDs. I have an X3 series for a residential lot, which is a bit much in the eyes of many, but I'd like to upgrade to at least a newer version. Mine is a 2007 model but it only has 460 hours on it. It's in fairly good condition, stored in a heated garage, with a solid hood and a replacement seat. My reason for upgrading has more to do with deck servicing issues than the mower itself. I'm 72 yrs old and don't like to crawl around on the ground as much as I used to.

[@Lilfarmrboy]

I owned a 2020 X758. Great machine. I eventually traded it (with about 75 hours on it) about a month ago for a 2032R since I needed something with a bucket but larger than the x758/one series. Never had a minutes trouble with it.

[@ourpresidentswallows6017]

If you have problems with a $15000 sit down lawn mower thats a diesel with 75 hours on it you have serious problems. Thats brand new lol

[@mustangecoboosthpp3869]

If you look at the tach you will see at the top of the RPM range is a small squared "C" shaped icon you can use the mower at any of the three RPM bars within that icon at the top of the RPM range.

[@rayeyth2550]

Yep, no need to go to a 1-series. I bought a new 738 a couple months ago and I absolutely love it! I bought a 740r zero turn last year and hated it. I traded it back in this year and got the 738!

[@danielcrafton6676]

Nice tractor. New X738 owner here. Looking forward to your install video of the front PTO kit. Looked a little too involved for me so I had dealer do it. I have the 54in snowblower.

[@mmrbeef]

It will probably be a week or so before I get the parts based on what the dealer said. Then I can make the video.

[@outragousbob4367]

Congratulations. Nice machine! I would say if you got this under msrp with 0% you did well. For those that don’t know 90% of 0% interest deals are gimmicks. You end up paying the interest up front by paying close to full msrp vs. someone who pays cash. Ask me how I know🤔. I bought a new Roadglide a couple years ago. 0% interest was the clincher. I signed and then the salesman was honest and said to me, there is no such thing as an interest free loan. The interest is built into the price you paid, in affect you paid all the interest up front. Again nice machine and I would say you bought it right.

[@mmrbeef]

Yes, often times the interest charge is built into the price of the machine and often times when you ask there is a cash discount. So many of these machines are sold on the 0% plan that there is no cash discount currently.

[@X748SE]

Glad that your wife got a new machine! Looking forward to your comparisons between the two machines.

[@mmrbeef]

I am hoping to get to them this weekend! I hope.

[@jseb2847]

We are going to start calling you Santa 🎅 with all them deere's ya have

[@JesseCase]

A fine machine! The only thing wrong with this beast is that it ain't orange! As we all know that all tractors should be required by law to be orange! Beautiful, sexy, orange!!! Other than that it's an exquisite specimen! 🚜🚜🚜

[@mmrbeef]

Orange isn’t a bad color. 😁

[@Drewsadventures00]

Your going to live it. I loved mine and enjoyed it I love the 4wd system I love the seat I had mine more decked out you seen it in the pages. I got 11k for it with the set up. You love it

[@Bman01234]

Nice video, I ordered an x758 with a 48” deck and snow plow about a month ago, still waiting for it to come in

[@Formulabruce]

Love those HDAP tires!!

[@ccroson7935]

You’re very smart person for saying what you’re saying about debt

[@jimbennett1519]

Nice machine. Another one Deere hit out of the park. I don’t believe in that price point there is anything out there that comes close

[@tedschmitt178]

Nice machine. Used units are priced damn close to new, unless they are trashed.

[@chadhuntley3451]

I like your new X758 BTW. I recently inherited a 1998 445 that my late Grandfather bought used in 2001 for $7650 plus tax to take it to a grand total of $8109. Thanks for sharing the price also, which was lower than I expected. Deere's really hold their value which is bad for buyers of used Deere equipment but good for owners.

[@mmrbeef]

Very cool on the 445, they are good machines.

[@artszabo1015]

Wow!! Congratulations! It is absolutely beautiful. You caught me by surprise on that one, I assumed all your garden tractor needs were well supplied. I am very interested in your personal preference over the 1025. And finally the last big surprise for me is that you have a wife. I thought no guy owns all that cool stuff AND has a wife. You must have a very cool wife. And why have I not seen this wonderful cool wife? Art

[@mmrbeef]

Thank you! For me there is a very important distinction between daily user and collection. I don't expect any machine in my collection to meet everyday demands of taking care of our place. I do expect machines like the 1445, X748, and 4066R to meet the demands of yard care with no exceptions. We needed an additional mower and I took advantage of an opportunity. Yes, I do have a wife, that has no interest in being in a video. Yes, she is very cool and I like her a little bit.... maybe!

[@mrbubetube]

so refreshing to see someone who knows how to do a REAL video about a lawn tractor for a change. These days, most videos will name the lawn tractor in the title for click bait, and then for 95% of the video, the camera will be focused on the guy's face instead of the tractor, he'll talk about himself most of the time, and on top of that they play shitty computerized music through the entire video! This video was done 100% right! You named the model tractor in the title, kept the camera focused on the tractor the whole time, and talked about the tractor the whole time giving all good information and no bullshit. GREAT VIDEO! And thank you for restoring my faith in the human race because I've been getting pretty depressed lately with all the other stupid shitty tractor videos out there pissing me off and insulting my intelligence. I do have to say though I can't wait to see your next video to answer this big question. You said you bought this tractor for mowing only. My first thought was isn't that overkill? I wouldn't buy the X758 for mowing unless I had a lot of killer hills and ditches to mow. If I'm just going to do mowing, I wouldn't go higher than the 500 series tractors.

[@mmrbeef]

Thanks for the comments! I try to limit time my face is on the screen, nobody needs to see my ugly face. The next video you will see me the whole video... but its hard to hold a note book with notes AND a video camera at the same time. I will go over numbers (cost) and why I bought it. The overall platform is the key for me.

[@seanmcgillicuddy956]

Love the tire and rims..

[@thestcroixkid]

I tow a 60" swisher finish mower behind mine...works awesome...

[@mosfet500]

When I wanted to strictly mow I bought a Ztrac.

[@skeeter8723]

Nice choice!

[@mueckenhoeffer]

New over used, I certainly understand, but price point plays an important factor. I'm getting ready to get out of the 318 business, and was told by my 318 owning neighbor that my asking price was his "new" price in 1986. I reminded him 318s have a fact list that puts Chuck Norris' fact list to shame, so are worth every penny, and a potential buyer should feel privileged I would condescend to consider allowing him or her to buy it. The $1,500 to $2,500 you see 24+ year old 318s go for is a sum most people in need of a garden tractor can pull together out of pocket. But, it's a stupid price if you think about it - old and worn machine selling for what it went for new! $13,000 plus for a new X7xx is a sum most would finance. And why wouldn't one finance it for free, since most dealers won't offer a cash discount? My question is where would the X7xx series fit in my needs? If just mowing grass, and I had to have a John Deere, the S170 for $2,600 at a box store would do just fine. And I could add Field Trax tires, load them with WWF, add wheel weights, suitcase weights, etc. It will run a snow blower, push a snow blade, tow any number of rear mount things, etc. Sure, in a short time, one might add a few thousand more in implements and upgrades, but you do that with anything. The $2,600 price is again, something most people with a yard large enough to warrant a ride-on mower can probably afford without financing. And if I took care of it as well as my dad took care of stuff, I'd get 25 years out of it with no problem. (truth about neighbor who bought his 318 in 1986 - he's on engine #3, so premium lawn/garden tractors are not bullet proof). So, I've got $13K+ (in pocket or borrowed) to commit to mostly mowing grass. Am I enough of a JD fanboy to justify that? Or do I have enough slopes/mud, etc. to need AWD? Would it instead not be wiser to go with a 1023E for pretty much the same price? Not trying to start an internet argument or anything, just trying to learn your thoughts for the x758 versus the 1023e (or similar SCUT).

[@mikebracht9261]

I've been following your channel for a couple years now. I have an X758 so I'll be interested in what you have to say about it. I have an aftermarket loader and a 3 point hitch that I strip my yard with.

[@rayeyth2550]

Exactly! That was our thoughts also. So, you exciting JohnDeere enthusiast. Do you have and or collect any of the old antique 2 cylinder tractors? I would hope that you are as genuine as you appear to be.

[@tonywoods3197]

Hi there I really like your video on the 1990. 935. 72. Inch Cut Comercial John Deere front mount lawnmower I had a 89 many years ago I had it up until 95 the Carborator Caught on fire I got it fixed but I ended up Selling it and used 4 ExMarts 48inch Comercial lawnmowers with Selkies I Miss that Mower it was awesome I used it for cutting up piles of leaves and it Cut great So my question is are you selling that one or do you know anyone that is Selling one Let me know Thanks Tony from Pa

[@marshallevans9457]

I would like to see it next to 318 and 400 for size comparison. Also compare specs (weight, hp, etc.) Did the older machines perform better at any certain task? I would be interested in a video on that subject.

[@mmrbeef]

I think that would be a great video to make. In the next few weeks I am going to compare the 455, X748, and X758, I can certainly work my way. A comparison with a 318 might be a little unfair due to size but we can certainly make it.

[@TomMarecek]

I wish I could find a dealer around here that would give us a price like that - Here in WA state they are quoting us higher prices than what they have listed on the JD website.

[@mmrbeef]

I have seen this several times in the last few months. I think that is just a function of supply and demand. Right now there is a lot of demand and supply is very low due to various factors like worker shortages, material shortages, and shipping being slowed. Don't be afraid to call dealers in other states, any dealer should be happy to sell a machine to anyone! A trip to pick a machine up will cost you gas money but in the end it can save you a lot of money!

[@TomMarecek]

@@mmrbeef Thank you for the reply - you are right about the supply and demand, that is what the dealers told me also. Just to clarify, when you said "$13950 as it sits" does that mean all inclusive with the deck and all costs or did you have to pay tax on top of that? I'm definitely willing to drive to save some money and I will be checking with other dealers in the surrounding states but if I'd have to drive all the way to the east coast it would probably not be worth it.

[@chrisminor9512]

Commercial Grade For Sure!

[@The1025RChannel]

For just a mower I don't know why anyone would buy a 1 series. I'm sure the x758 makes a better mower. The 1 series has additional weight that just isn't needed for mowing.

[@mmrbeef]

A lot of folks do it and it has always been a head scratcher to me...... I can't say much about weight though, since my main mower is pushing 2,400 lbs.

[@jeremymcauliff8485]

Nice machine

[@JoshsGreenGarage]

Is the fender deck on that steel? Not the mower deck... The fender deck. Found something on JD's website that looks disturbing...

[@mmrbeef]

I think the fender deck is steel. On the older X series they were plastic. I’m not sure which one is better, they both have their perks.

[@DKTractors]

Very nice congrats! How many JDs are you up to now?

[@mmrbeef]

Off the top of my head.... no clue. I think I have 15 that I would consider machines that stick around here long term. Many more that I would classify as temporary, which would be parts, machines to sell, machines I might sell in the next couple months etc.

[@Sladen01]

I had a 2012 john deere x530 with 1200hrs on it with 9 different attachments and I sold it for 10000.00 and I just bought a x758 with the same attachments and paid 60000.00

[@mmrbeef]

Ouch, that sounds expensive, but I don’t think any attachments classify as cheap anymore.

[@markaromero12]

Great machine! I would like to pick your brain on a problem with mine !

[@mmrbeef]

I am looking forward to using it. I saw your message on the website this morning and replied a little bit ago with a few of my thoughts. Probably not all that helpful though! Wish I had more thoughts.

[@jamesguralski5156]

So im looking at a x595 with mower deck. Like 1300 hoirs. So what you think thats worth?

[@mmrbeef]

That’s really hard to pin point. Location, condition, size of deck, condition of deck, add on and other attachments, and other things really affect value. Just based on a deck and 1300 hrs I’d put it in the range of $3,500-7,000

[@sentryfe74]

The 3TNM74 engine is actually a 1 liter. The 3TNM72 was the .9 liter.

[@mmrbeef]

Correct, I can never recall all the stats off the top of my head. I should have looked them up.... BUT, the grass needed to be mowed and someone was waiting to use their new machine. and was not excited that she was having to use the old junky X748. LOL! I threw the correct models in the video as a graphic line and I will get into the engine differences in a future video. My plan is to evaluate the 3TNA72UJ all the way to the 3TNM74.

[@rayeyth2550]

I'll let whistling diesel know that he needs to help you out with your testing experiences!

[@mmrbeef]

Interesting channel, can't say it appeals to me though.

[@8700I]

Those plastic covers actually do come off, it makes cleaning the deck a lot easier.

[@mmrbeef]

Yes, I am planning a video on the deck by itself. It is interesting how Deere has fixed some of the issues the early 54 and 60HC decks had.

[@capti443]

To remove the covers, the deck needs to be fully lowered to the ground, then they pop off by pulling up on the front of each. They have a two-ear retainer at the back end. They hinge off of that.

[@roth772010]

I want one so bad !

[@Bailey463]

That machine in Ontario Canada is 19,000 plus tax now

[@jamesmabry2261]

Thanks for your video! I ordered a x758 myself and looking forward to getting it. Did you have to order or was it in stock? If ordered, how long did it take to come in? Since this will be my only machine, I would like to get a front end loader for it. I know the 45 loader is hard to come by, but maybe one of the aftermarket loaders

[@mmrbeef]

This one happened to be in stock and unsold on the dealer lot. I got lucky! There are a lot of folks that are happy with CTC loaders.

[@jamesmabry2261]

@@mmrbeef would love to see more videos on your new toy!

[@comodice905]

beast dawg sweetbeef I am looking for aftermarket blades for my mahindra emax25m-2514 60 inch mower deck model AEMAHME60. blade oem part number AME050008. 21 INCH BLADES WITH A 5/8 INCH CENTER HOLE u sure u need all that tractir

[@jamesmabry2261]

Does your x758 have the k91, k90 or k92 transaxle? Which is better or are they about the same? Any big differences?

[@JoshAllen17Goated]

All of the sgts from deere all used the k90 from tuff torq. They are the weakest 90 series tranny from tuff torq.

[@tejeda7324]

Serious question.. why get this instead of a 1025r

[@mmrbeef]

I wanted a mower, I have a 4066R for tractor work. The X758 is more nimble and more ergonomic for mowing. Simply put I have no use for a 1025

[@capti443]

Congratulations on the new machine!!!! I have an X739 (gas, 4WD & 4WSteer) that I got in April 2021. I really like the tighter turning radius that the 4WS gives (not present on your X758). Wondering if you looked at 4WSteer? .... Your comment on the front wheel speed auto adjustment when turning is spot-on... it works flawlessly!

[@mechanicallycreative9788]

What size are the rear tires on the aws model?

[@rosevalenzisi840]

Is it a great machine for mowing 10 aces with 60inch.

[@mmrbeef]

Can't say I would recommend it for mowing 10 acres. It works great for our purposes - trim mowing and steeper areas.

[@jackolson6479]

Nice buy! Do you ever see yourself buying a 1025r in the future?

[@mmrbeef]

Thanks! No, I do not have any intentions on buying a 1 series. Great machines but they do not fit my needs.

[@rayeyth2550]

The plastic covers are great and are stronger and lighter than the metal ones! So, I disagree with your harsh comments towards JohnDeere over that.

[@mmrbeef]

In my 20 hour review of the machine and the deck overview you will notice that I have changed my mind about the plastic covers on the deck. If everyone agreed all the time nothing would move forward and life would be boring!

[@colbymerchlewitz1453]

Did they make a X758 with a mechanical dash?

[@mmrbeef]

Mechanical from the stand point of needles and regular gauges? Yes, the early X758's had similar instrumentation to the older X748's. Off the top of my head I cannot remember when the change was made.

[@markpontes4457]

How much land to do she have to mow, h0w long does it take to mow?👍

[@mmrbeef]

In total we mow about 7.5 acres. We spend anywhere from 3-6 hours a week mowing, depending on the machine of choice and the grass condition. Rainy years we mow a lot! A few years ago we clocked over 400 hours of time between the 1445, X748, and a couple other machines.

[@MJF40]

👍

[@jerrywhitlock4028]

Do you live in USA or Canada

[@mmrbeef]

USA

[@Rotaris1]

How can you afford all these machines

[@mmrbeef]

Hard work? 60+ hrs a week at the day job and 20-30 hrs a week buying, fixing, selling, going to auctions, research, and some luck.....

[@Rotaris1]

@@mmrbeef Good for you buddy! Im still plugging away on the acreage with my 30 year old 318. Hoping to get a 758 soon before I have to retire.

[@iwanaGoFast2010]

Is that a d100?

[@mmrbeef]

Where?

[@Fredmullegun]

If its just a mower why buy a tractor?

[@tedschmitt178]

It always amuses me when people refuse to finance anything at 0% because they don’t really believe that it’s actually ZERO percent.

[@Games.Gadgets.Sports]

That's because it kinda isn't lol they make u pay more for the machine or item at 0% upfront so it looks great for u at 0%. Better to pay cash or finance at a low interest rate and pay off fast then take 0% and overpay right upfront. If u take the 0% u misewell take the entire length to pay it off because u alrdy have them their interest

[@staceygandy2009]

I'm a john deer guy but those are way overpriced. I've used my uncle's Kubota sub compact bx tractor and comes with 3pt hitch. 4wd select, power hydraulic steering, hydraulic deck lift. And no crap polycarbonate hood, and cost less.

[@canamrider7195]

I wish I could own a dozen or more JD Mowers. I got one an L120 and it was bought non-running with numerous problems, that I almost have completely fixed. To drop >16K on a redundant machine -- well I'd have to be quite wealthy to even contemplate such a foolish thing.

[@mmrbeef]

It’s all about perspective. I have two hobbies - my John Deere collection and our place. The X758 in this case is not redundant. There is no one size fits all machine for 7.5 acres of mowing, snow removal, and other tasks. I just happen to enjoy John Deere stuff. Much like based on your username you enjoy riding CanAms. While I find any form of two or three wheeled over the road transportation to be dangerous, ill conceived, and a waste of money I don’t often voice my opinion on the matter, because that would be foolish and millions of people love motorcycles.

[@canamrider7195]

@@mmrbeef Touche. I'm just jealous. Good for you if it makes you happy..

[@Freedomlawnservice87]

R.I.o and seat switch be first two things getting bypass. I mow commercial with x748/595 and would be able to mow right with them on there

[@rayeyth2550]

I agree that used units are ridiculously priced,, so why buy used and beat up!??!!

[@chadhuntley3451]

Think this would be a good hoarders show. You could literally use a different riding mower for all grass cutting days of the year on your property, LOL.

[@mmrbeef]

It's called collecting, not hoarding.... at least that is what I tell my better half.

[@alanelliott8106]

Watched another video comment was 7 iron deck is 7 guage that deck is a lighter Guage 9

[@mmrbeef]

Correct, the newer HD decks are thinner. I think I covered that in my deck comparison video (which might be the one you are referencing).

[@rayeyth2550]

And again you beat up things,,,, the alloy rims are way nicer and last forever? I don't understand why you pick apart things that you really don't know anything about?

[@mmrbeef]

Everyone has opinions. My opinion is the alloy rims are a bit ridiculous, your opinion is clearly opposite, nothing wrong with that. I pick things apart because if I just gushed over everything I use it wouldn't be very helpful to people. What do I not know about? Not much to know about rims on a garden tractor. They used to be steel and now they are alloy rims. It seems as though based on my research, that the alloy rims are nothing but a flash factor or potentially serve as a weight saving factor. Based on shipping weights of the previous steel rims the alloy rims save about 5 lbs (I don't have my notebook in front of me with the part numbers and weight at the moment so I am going off memory). That 5 lbs could be important for the overall weight of the machine?

[@heathbrockway9040]

If I was financing a lawnmower I'd say you should probably wait on that. And if the excuse is well why not finance If it's zero% If the 13 or 14k not being in your pocket effects you that much that should tell you something.

[@mmrbeef]

Everyone marches to the beat of their own drummer. This was my thought process on buying an X758. If you have 14-15k sitting in you pocket and you go pay cash for a mower the opportunity cost when financing is 0% and ROI is a paltry 6% annually is $4,700+ over 5 years. Why would you not finance it and use cash flow to pay for it vs using capital? Overuse of financing and exhaustion of cash flow is what gets people into trouble. Once you get into higher interest rates then you really have to pay attention to the numbers.

[@2020jd]

Love those X758’s, but I can’t stand how ugly the wheels are on them! Don’t know who thought they were a good idea

[@mmrbeef]

Wheels certainly are no my favorite but they are what they are. I have a set of old solid yellow wheels that I have considered sticking on there.

[@Bman01234]

I love the wheels