I have one of these mowers and only had minor problems such as deck brg. and had to repair a hole in the deck. I have a lot to cut so I feel like it has done a fantastic job through the years. If I can convince my wife that it's time for a new mower I may make this one my new race mower. Problem is, I don't know where I'll get a mower that will last like this one has. I like Murray mowers.