980 worth

[Moallen]

I am looking at a 980 with a new 20 hp B&S new t20 new chains and sprockets, the two back axles might be bent body in great shape was the last year made

[jpswift1]

I think I saw that on Craigslist for something crazy like $5200. An offer that is about half of the asking price would be much more reasonable. If it was the last year that the Hustler was made, means that it is most likely a 1985. Very nice looking machine though!

[Amphiman1]

hustler

i think, with that apparent damage, possibly more? 5-750.00? or les?

[Moallen]

asking price

He is asking 4,000.00 now he had richard did the work on it,but I can get a 1998 argo bigfoot for the same money (4,000.00) with 50 hr, I heard the hustler was a great machine but I dont knwo if I should just say %^$& it and get a mudd ox
Allen

[liflod]

If you have the $$$, go for the Mudd-Ox !

I think you're better off with the Argo or a Max IV, if your planning on spending $4k.

[mightymaxIV]

mudd ox

If you have the $$$, go for the Mudd-Ox !

I think you're better off with the Argo or a Max IV, if your planning on spending $4k.

Save your money and buy the mudd ox, more time riding, less time fixing,$ saved in the long run, less headaches, and on top of that you've got the best machine made on the planet.Why buy anything else?

[Don]

The Hustler Bigfoot's a great machine and on par with the Argo or Max in my opinion, but there may eventually be a parts problem as they're no longer in production. $4000 is too much, especially when there may be question about the axles. It looks like a nice machine, and $2000 to $2500 may be a more reasonable price. Liflod's right, if you've got the money, spend it on a Mudd-Ox.

[jpswift1]

There are some very capable Hustlers that folks have built here on the site and they are as good if not better than any Max or Argo in my opinion also. Unfortunately the $4000 asking price is still too high. Wait it out and see if he gets desperate and comes down on the price. You'd be very happy with the Hustler. Like some folks have mentioned, the availability of parts isn't as abundant as a Max or Argo, but there are a good number of members on here that could help you out with that. Good luck with it.

[boncrshr]

If you have the coin for a Mudd Ox...don't hesitate!

But if you are looking for a fixer upper...the 980 is hard to beat for lots of reasons. Parts are not really a problem....when it comes to axles, you will probably be having some made, or buying splined axles/sprockets from Recreatives. The Max IV axles/sprockets can be made to work on the Hustler. You will just have to have a 40 tooth drive sprocket machined somewhere.

I agree with the resident brain trust, that 980 is not worth 4000. Maybe 1000-1800 at most if the T-20 has truly been rebuilt and the Kohler is in perfect shape, and the body is sound.

[mudbug3]

All of the Hustler 980,s that I,ve seen advertized for sale lately , that look really nice and don,t need any work , are selling for close to $3,000. If that machine has a new 20 hp B&S , new t20 , new chains , and sprockets ,good tires, but some bent axles though ,thats a negotiating point I,d say. I bet the seller won,t come down below $3,500 much , because he,s got at least that much into it.

[Moallen]

found another one

Her is another hustler in CA for 2600.00 asking price with tracks, everyone I talk to says the axles bend on the hustlers. I am about to go with the mudd ox i cant seem to make up my mind there is even a unimog out there for 8700.00 that is like new 404 model but we are talking 6x6 or 8x8 right oh well here is the hustler in ca I bet he would take 2200.00
Allen

[mudbug3]

Moallen ,

That looks like a Hustler 950 to me? Its probably worth the asking price , considering the tracks, the custom roll cage , and what else is on it too. But,, it becomes cost prohibitive unless you live close enough to pick it up , and then drive back to your location. For the price the Mudd Ox is the best deal out there! Nothing even comes close to the price for what you get.

[Moallen]

mudd ox

You are right I called Matt tonight. Saved me money (he did not answer) .well I will try tomorrow
thanks everyone
Allen

[mudbug3]

Moallen ,

If you have the extra $$ to spend , the Mudd Ox is the best amphib to have because of what it has ,and also what it can do. You can trail ride with it and you can,t with a HydroTraxx 6x6 . Its one Very impressive machine.

[Moallen]

Muud ox

Well, Matt called and looks like I will get a new red mudd ox. I hope i dont get tired of it like my other 100 toys I have had
Allen