Price check - M4500

[jethrobodean]

New user here, referred from another forum.

I'm looking at an old M4500, decent looking older tractor, owned by someone I've known for some time, & I do not question the maintenance one bit. has a loader & is 4wd.

My issue is that it seems to be a bit of an oddball. I can't find anything for sale to even do a rough comparison for value. I realize things of this nature are usually worth what someone's willing to pay, but would like to get a ballpark if I can.

Anyone care to take a stab at a value? All help appreciated.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Need a little more info to give you a good price base, like condition and hours.
While a M4500 is a rare unit it is not a Grey/Gray market so you will be able to find any parts you need.

Does it have a stock loader? Should be a M1820 loader if it's a Kubota loader.

I would say without the info 8k to 18k price.

 

[Bluegill]

What Wolfman said. 4wd, 2wd, FEL, hours, condition?

The M series models are stout! Heavier and larger than the L.

 

[gpreuss]

According to tractordata.com it was built in 1978-1985, has 55 gross hp, and weighed about 4500 lbs w/o the loader. My old L185DT was the same era, and was/is a heck of a tractor.
But, it is 30+ years old; declared obsolete by Kubota. Your only hope for major parts is the used market. Because of that, I'd put the price range at $6-12K. You know your needs - as you get to the upper end of that range, you can pick up much newer L or B series tractors that may better meet your requirements.

 

[jethrobodean]

It is 4wd, & has factory loader. (had that in original post, but buried in rambling) I'm not 100% sure on hours, but a small farm tractor, so not a used daily machine. Condition is a rough one for me to judge, as tractors aren't my usual forte. I'd say decent though, some paint fade, but no signs of having a rough life (parked in an open front shed for most of it's life). Tires all good, & as said, I do know that the basic oil changes, etc. were covered well. I've driven it a few times blading snow & it fires right up & runs great.

 

[Bluegill]

It is 4wd, & has factory loader. (had that in original post, but buried in rambling) I'm not 100% sure on hours, but a small farm tractor, so not a used daily machine. Condition is a rough one for me to judge, as tractors aren't my usual forte. I'd say decent though, some paint fade, but no signs of having a rough life (parked in an open front shed for most of it's life). Tires all good, & as said, I do know that the basic oil changes, etc. were covered well. I've driven it a few times blading snow & it fires right up & runs great.

Wow, don't know how I missed the 4wd & loader in your org post?

Sounds like a nice rig and I wouldn't be too concerned with the age. We have a late 80s' L3750 and haven't had any trouble getting parts, but there were a lot of those sold.

It would be nice to know the hours, but I'd say 10k is not unreasonable.

 

[jethrobodean]

Short version of the story: It was owned by my bosses father, who passed away last year. I've borrowed & run it a few times, as we live just a few miles apart. They are talking of selling at auction, but have no idea a value. I'd like to have one myself, as it is the most solid little tractor I've ever ran (limited exposure admitted) & would cover every need I'd ever have.


I do know that the hour meter quit working about 2 years ago, but since he got sick & passed, it really hasn't moved much since. I'd be amazed it it's had 10 hours put on it in that time. I'll have to do some digging & get the ticker reading.


A side question: Having run & been impressed by the M4500, how would say an L3300 compare? (Just a quick model number of another for sale locally) The 4500 is admittedly overkill for my basic needs, but could possibly be the only tractor I'd ever need to buy. I'm just curious how much less of a haus a later model 30-35hp L series would be.

^Which opens a whole can of worms with "what are you planning to do with it". Pretty basic needs for a small farm/country living. I'd like to move big round bales without any drama, possible brush hog, basic blading duties, I've got a big garden plot begging for some dirt work.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

I'd like to move big round bales without any drama.

You just answered you own question on getting an L3300.

Hands down the M4500 will handle round bales way way better than that little L!!!!

If I were you I would buy the M and be real happy, more tractor then you need is always better than not enough tractor!
On a action sale it will sell for about 5K to 8K if they are lucky to get a buyer, most M size wanters would want for a newer, fancier (new is not better) unit.

 

[Bluegill]

Id take the M4500 over the L3300. Huge difference between the two.

 

[WSUcoug]

Did you buy it?
What did it sell for?

 

[85Hokie]

Short version of the story: It was owned by my bosses father, who passed away last year. I've borrowed & run it a few times, as we live just a few miles apart. They are talking of selling at auction, but have no idea a value. I'd like to have one myself, as it is the most solid little tractor I've ever ran (limited exposure admitted) & would cover every need I'd ever have.


I do know that the hour meter quit working about 2 years ago, but since he got sick & passed, it really hasn't moved much since. I'd be amazed it it's had 10 hours put on it in that time. I'll have to do some digging & get the ticker reading.


A side question: Having run & been impressed by the M4500, how would say an L3300 compare? (Just a quick model number of another for sale locally) The 4500 is admittedly overkill for my basic needs, but could possibly be the only tractor I'd ever need to buy. I'm just curious how much less of a haus a later model 30-35hp L series would be.

^Which opens a whole can of worms with "what are you planning to do with it". Pretty basic needs for a small farm/country living. I'd like to move big round bales without any drama, possible brush hog, basic blading duties, I've got a big garden plot begging for some dirt work.

I too would jump on the M series.....lots of power - and you cannot have too much ! YOU are used to it - you understand "it" ......even if you pay a little too much - you are going to find that it will do stuff that you never DREAMED of doing !!!!! That thing is a six banger too - it will use some fuel, but will have torque like no tomorrow!!!!

Beat them too auction - best money you will ever spend!! promise!

 

[Kubota Newbie]

Well.. I think paid $4,400 for my M4500 3 years ago. It had 900 original hours and came with an 8 foot Woods mounted mower AND a 5 foot short boom ditch mower. It's just a 2 wheel drive though, still, I don't know about the $8-10, suggestion for a 30 + year old tractor. The S2600 six runs smooth but likes its fuel. It is NOT the most torquey motor out there. From a torque standpoint, an old Super M Farmall rated at just around 44 horse will bury the M4500. I like it though, starts nice, reasonable features for a tractor of that age, live power, power steering, 3-point, 16 speed tranny. Biggest complaint? Brakes suck!