whfan74 2,015 #1 Posted October 1, 2015 Dad helped me out big time by running and grabbing this beauty for me. I have been unable to get away as preparation for the meet and greet is in full swing. I really don't want anymore, but when it is on your bucket list, you go for it. Looks to be in pretty good shape, minus the hole in the deck. I am really only going after the low production number models or ultra collectibles at this point. This will fit nicely in to the collection! 20 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elliot ness 1,916 #2 Posted October 1, 2015 Love the 520's and the rare 8 speed what a great find , enjoy! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,528 #3 Posted October 1, 2015 WOW !! Great find, you don't see many of those 520- 8 speeds. Congrats and thanks for sharing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,708 #4 Posted October 1, 2015 How many 520-8s were made ? Did you treat Dad to a Big Mac ? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #5 Posted October 1, 2015 How many 520-8s were made ? 225 units in 1990. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,154 #6 Posted October 1, 2015 A electric lift would make it perfect Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arrkerr 54 #7 Posted October 1, 2015 Wow, nice find! How many hours? Mind if I ask where he/you found it? Always amazed at the interesting places people find the most amazing tractors / deals. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whfan74 2,015 #8 Posted October 1, 2015 968 hours and found it right on CL....had to travel a bit to go and get it, but they are out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,634 #9 Posted October 1, 2015 How many 520-8s were made ? 225 units in 1990. wow! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #10 Posted October 1, 2015 So Scott... how many 's are left on your bucket list? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,037 #11 Posted October 1, 2015 Very nice. I love mine. They are a great machine. Wonder why they offered only the one year? The 8 speed is a nice option. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,190 #12 Posted October 1, 2015 (edited) very nice 520-8!! i wouldn't mind picking up one someday... Also it must be a PAIN to lift the 60inch if its on their lol. Edited October 1, 2015 by muz123 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #13 Posted October 1, 2015 And an 8 speed too! My envy continues to grow! I may need professional help... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,675 #14 Posted October 2, 2015 they didn't sell that's why so few one year onlyBrian 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #15 Posted October 2, 2015 And an 8 speed too! My envy continues to grow! I may need professional help... You're not alone Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whfan74 2,015 #16 Posted October 2, 2015 So Scott... how many 's are left on your bucket list? not much else would peek my curiosity. But one never knows! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shuboxlover 474 #17 Posted October 2, 2015 You lucky some buck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Congrats, looks GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #18 Posted October 2, 2015 How many 520-8s were made ? 225 units in 1990. Jason, do you have more production numbers? I'd add them to the spreadsheet that Stevasarus & I are working on if you did! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougL3 63 #19 Posted October 2, 2015 Find it in NC? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wh500special 2,053 #20 Posted October 2, 2015 very nice 520-8!! i wouldn't mind picking up one someday... Also it must be a PAIN to lift the 60inch if its on their lol. My 520-8 has the 60" deck...I can't lift it. And the latch that holds it in lifted position isn't up to the task either. It rides the ground full time. Steve 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,708 #21 Posted October 2, 2015 Couldn't you add some lift assist springs to carry some of the weight Steve? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 7,785 #22 Posted October 2, 2015 I have to wonder why they did not make that machine with an electric lift? I don't even think it was an option? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arrkerr 54 #23 Posted October 3, 2015 I have to wonder why they did not make that machine with an electric lift? I don't even think it was an option? I was thinking the exact same thing. I can see why it didn't sell, w/a heavy 60" deck you need some help - w/an electric that would have been my ideal tractor. I guess we just chalk that up to the same reason they never had a foot operator hydro. Hindsight is 20/20. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wh500special 2,053 #24 Posted October 3, 2015 I think you could put springs on there. Probably not too hard to do, but would take some thought. I bought a 417-8 strictly for its electric lift to put on the 520-8. Another one of those "someday" projects. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MalMac 1,328 #25 Posted October 3, 2015 They did not sell because the mind set of the consumer at that time was "Why would I want a manual when I can go and get a auto." With the down fall of the demand for garden tractors that started in the mid to late 80's, people were not looking for manuals. Even big farm equipment got away from manuals. Toro just could not sell enough of them to justify its existence. Those of us that know the toughness of the eight speed can appreciate it , but we are the few compared to the masses that's just was looking for something to mow their yard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
