Buying Advice CP214012R2 Zero Turn Robin 2 Cycle

[jrspears]

I would like some advice on purchasing the pictured mower. I is listed locally. The seller says he is the original owner and that is was used only at his residence. I have a regular commercial hi-vac I purchased new ~16 years ago with the Robin 2 cycle. Great mower and I have had no issues which is why I am looking for some more. I just picked up an 87 BBC Extra tough model with the Wisconsin 2 cycle. I aslo have 2 parts engines so spares is not a problem.

Any input on this mower. Is the zero turn feature really useful? Is this model any more or less valuable than the non zero turn models? Is $225 a good price assuming it is in good shape? Is there any resale opportunity after fluff and buff and addressing any issues?

Thanks for the comments!

 

[mechanic mark]

Results did you purchase mower?

Robin Subaru Small Engine Specifications

 

[jrspears]

Yes. I purchased it. Went through the engine (rings, cleaned exhaust port) transmission (new belt and drive pulley) and took the carb apart and cleaned it. Put a new blade on it and I'm liking it.

 

[mechanic mark]

Good deal!

 

[ththomasjr]

CP214012R2, I have a Robin 2 cycle myself. How did you clean the exhaust ports? Thanks