Should I buy a used 250nt or new 225?

[jes77jes Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close jes77jes]

Hello, I found a used Bobcat 250nt with onan engine with only 11 hours on it. The thing is basically brand new. I can buy a new 225 for $400 more, any advice, pros/cons.
Thanks

[crawler Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close crawler]

Hello, I found a used Bobcat 250nt with onan engine with only 11 hours on it. The thing is basically brand new. I can buy a new 225 for $400 more, any advice, pros/cons.
Thanks

Look at the serial # to make sure it is still in warranty. If it is in warranty, I'd buy it.

http://www.millerwelds.com/service/ <== look at the bottom of "manual and parts" tab for the serial # link.

Also, does the 250nt have more features than the new 225?

[Miller John Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Miller John]

The Bobcat's do hold their value very well, however, I'd spend the extra $400 for a new one. On the new Bobcat 225 versus the Bobcat 225 NT you get:
-2 gallons more fuel capacity
-Covered weld terminals and receptacles with protective armor covering the front of the machine.
-Oil change maintenance countdown indicator.
-More horsepower and more output(23 hp versus 20 hp)
-Ten degree skewed rotor for even cleaner generator power.
-Full 3 year warranty (although seldom needed on Bobcats).

I hope this helps you with your decision.

[jes77jes Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close jes77jes]

The 250nt does come with a set of leads too, however it isn't under warranty anymore.
Thanks for the advice

[GMAN Member Find all posts View Profile Close GMAN]

Go for the new one, warranty is worth it.

[FusionKing Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close FusionKing]

SSSOOO.....does the new Trailblazers have the skewed rotor??