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Wheelhorse hoarder
This is a very rare 1978 Wheelhorse C161 twin 8 speed garden tractor. For Sale
Made in 1978-1979, these tractors were originally going to be C171's but Kohler had problems with the 17hp twin that was supposed to be used, so wheelhorse put a 16hp briggs and Stratton twin in them. The bonnets were made out of fiberglass to save having to set up expensive tooling so they had a new look but still would fit on the older style frames. These 161 twins are therefore a bit of a cross over model from the old C series unto the new one, with some rather unique features.
Here in the UK there is only a handful of these and there can't have been many brought over in the first place, making it a very rare collectors piece and a great little tractor to take to shows.
It also comes with a reprint of the 1978 brochure featuring the tractor.
It is in full working order apart from the lights which I don't think are properly connected. The engine runs well and starts easily, however the exhaust has seen better days though I have not addressed this as being a V-twin it does sound quite good and has previously been rebuilt.
The gearbox selects all gears and goes from high to low easily, also the mower deck has no rust in it at all and cuts grass well.
The tyres have been replaced and have seen very little use on them.
Both the bonnet and the seat pan are in very good condition, this is very unusual as they are fibreglass and plastic and can easily be broken if not careful. It also still has both its rear light lenses and a recreation of the original front light lens.
Please see the pictures as part of the description any questions please ask.
collection only or could deliver for the cost of fuel if discussed prior to a sale.
viewings welcome.
£800 base
d in South Devon
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