briankd 816 #1 Posted December 10, 2016 I ran a crossed a seat yesterday at my local mower shop and it was one them seats that came off a early to mid 70's c series the metal 3 piece I think is what they call it . it came off of a 1974 c-160 and is in mint original condition. what would this seat be worth ? seen on here somewhere that this style seat real uncomfortable to sit on ? was thinkin of getting it to put on my c-120. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackC 616 #2 Posted December 10, 2016 They are very hard to find in mint original condition. They are also not that comfortable. If I could get it for $150.00 I personally would grab it. I assume it is without the arm rests, With arm rests add another $50 to $100. Tell me where it is located and I will go check it out for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 4,880 #3 Posted December 11, 2016 (edited) briankd if you can take some pick`s I think that would help. At least we could see what you looking at and we could give you better advice. Edited December 11, 2016 by T1257 RETIRED WRENCHER. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
briankd 816 #4 Posted December 12, 2016 here is a pic of the seat the corner just has some dirt on the bottom there he has to have 300 bucks for it he says 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,794 #5 Posted December 12, 2016 It is hard to find a seat with the arm rests and original upholstery in real nice shape like that so I guess it is worth what a willing buyer and seller feel it is worth. You probably won't find another one for a long time. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
briankd 816 #6 Posted December 12, 2016 I think I'm going to pass on this seat for now a little out my price range. just bought 3 brinly attachments and my wife would go thru the roof I pay for this seat Be sleepin in the garage Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,794 #7 Posted December 12, 2016 1 minute ago, briankd said: wife would go thru the roof She could always come down the chimney with it for you; CHRISTMAS IS COMING! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
briankd 816 #8 Posted December 12, 2016 4 minutes ago, 953 nut said: She could always come down the chimney with it for you; CHRISTMAS IS COMING her and I been dealing with her dads things he was a hit n miss engine guy he passed 2 year ago and she told me I better not accumulate the stuff he did over the years 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TDF5G 2,051 #9 Posted December 13, 2016 16 hours ago, 953 nut said: It is hard to find a seat with the arm rests and original upholstery in real nice shape like that so I guess it is worth what a willing buyer and seller feel it is worth. You probably won't find another one for a long time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #10 Posted December 13, 2016 Some creative type with access to a CNC mill could make an embossing plate - that vinyl is just heat stamped/embossed to get those lines and logo work . I've considered having one made for duplicating the older black & white seats with the embossed lines in them . Temperature control would be the biggest challenge but it could be dealt with - probably waste some vinyl to figure it out . Sarge 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 26,576 #11 Posted December 14, 2016 9 hours ago, Sarge said: I've considered having one made for duplicating the older black & white seats with the embossed lines in them . Making a mold to get the emblem would be a great idea! I wish I had the know how. As far as the pleated material that is readily available. Check this site http://www.1800boattops.com/marinevinyl 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,525 #12 Posted December 14, 2016 This is like "déjà vu" I was just thinking the same thing when my new seat arrived today ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,818 #13 Posted December 14, 2016 So I got this old ugly original seat with the WH embossed that I can't bring myself into throwin it in the dumpster.....got more stuff in my barn for ya Dan.. @achto ...come get it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #14 Posted December 14, 2016 The whole problem with the mid 60's black and white seat is they are not pleated , but embossed - 1/8" wide channels around 3/4" apart . If you pleated a new cover , it doesn't look right when you check the original photos from the brochures . An old Wheel Horse/Toro dealer in my home town had a 1277 when I was a kid and I remember that fancy 2 piece seat - never have been able to track down where that tractor went as he took extremely good care of it but has since passed away . We lived next door to his mothers - when she passed they found 6 NOS WH's on the crate/pallets in the garage as she had no car and didn't drive . If I only knew back then...duh . She only kept some small garden tools just inside the walk in door - I had been in there a few times to get a tool and remember seeing all the old canvas tarps - never thought to ask what they were covering . Live and learn... Sarge 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites