Need some advice on Farmall 560 Deisel

RTR · Oct 9, 2010

I am looking at a Farmall 560 Deisel tractor with the WIDE front end. The only thing I know about the tractor is that it has 1 new tire, and the other is in good condition. The ad also says that it runs great.

I need to know what problems to look for, what options this tractor should have, and also what the tractor is worth. The value of the tractor is the most important thing because I plan to use it for a while, then sell it after I am finished.

I have a picture that I will upload below, if you guys would please give it a look-see and tell me what yall think. Also, if you see anything in the picture that catches your eye (good, bad, missing, etc.); please let me know. THANKS!

RTR · Oct 9, 2010

This is the picture they emailed me. I'm going to go look at it maybe this week or weekend.

Rick(MN) · Oct 9, 2010

Very difficult to comment on just by a pic and short description. That said,Genuine IH wide front, $800.00 to $1000.00 if no breaks or welds. Flat top fenders...$500.00 to $750.00 if decent. I believe thats likely a genuine IH ROPS. If so, thats another $500.00 plus in value of extras beyond the basic tractor. I've seen running 560's priced as low as $1250.00 (plain Jane-no options) and as high as $8500.00( restored with many options. It is missing grille and side panels which arent all that hard to find. Rear rubber looks decent. Rather than having us do the "Whats it worth?" thing. Maybe just tell us what the seller is asking.

RTR · Oct 9, 2010

He is asking $1,750. So, what should I offer him to be safe, and possibly try to make a little when I go to sell it??? I was kinda thinking the same thing you were with the wide front, fenders, canopy; but didn't realize that those parts sell for THAT much.

Mark EC.IN · Oct 9, 2010

If it runs good and the TA is OK.......................you better grab it and run at that price.

............Mark

Rick(MN) · Oct 9, 2010

If the tractor starts and runs out good, there is money to be made. Couple things I do when looking at tractors. First and foremost I feel of the block when I get there to see of it has been warmed up before I got there. A pre-warmed tractor is a red flag to me. You can learn so much more about an engine by starting it cold as opposed to warm. Other thing with it being stone cold, is that you can crack the oil drain plug to see if there is any anti-freeze sitting on the bottom of the pan. Not a fail safe method of checking, but better than nothing.

RTR · Oct 9, 2010

You're exactly right. So....this tractor DOES have a T/A?? What else does it have or could possibly have as an "extra"?

Rick(MN) · Oct 9, 2010

Looks as though it may have 3 pt hitch.

RTR · Oct 9, 2010

Ok. He did mention that he had a boxblade for extra money; so I am assuming it is a 3 point. Were those a factory option, or would it be an aftermarket or home made job?

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