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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Idoitall" data-source="post: 6514" data-attributes="member: 836">I may have found a machine worthy of purchase but I'd like to hear what you guys think.Yes, I know, its' not black and white!!  That said, it's a 1995 New Holland LX665 Turbo, aux hyd, a smooth face GP bucket thats in very good shape, and a set of forks.  The  book says 50 hp and 1700# capacity.  I'll assume it has a computer system since it has the digital display overhead.  All the display lights seem to work and none stay on. Even the seat belt safety system works and alarms.  I have verified the year and specs with the dealer.The owner, an individual, has had the machine since 1997 (I've seen the bill of sale from the dealer).  He has a small business and uses it mainly to work the parking lot and occasional lifting.  It had 450 hrs when purchased and now has 1400 hours and he has only replaced the tires (50-60 % except 1) once since it seldom sees any concrete or asphalt use.  The paint is original and in good shape (stored inside), with almost zero scratches and scrapes.  The ROPS is solid and is not bent, all the lights work   The engine runs well w/o smoking, and no creeping.  The engine and pump compartments are clean with only a minor leak or two and has been serviced regularly by the dealer.  The boom and front attachment are tight with no cracks, weld repairs, etc.  There are rear weights included.I'm told by the owner and the dealer that there has never been any major work done on this machine.  The only things that I see that need work are the seat (split cover), and one of the quick-attach lever springs.  A few hundred $would cover that.The dealer says the machine is worth about $9,500 to $10,000.  I can get it for less than that and I think the owner will take even a little less. He's not a motivated seller, just doesn't use it much since forklifts are around.Questions:  (1) What do you think about this machine and the deal, (2) Is there anything that I should look for, (3) What engine is this, and (4) Does the ROPS cab tilt up for service?I will appreciate any advise that you might have.</blockquote>

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