I'm quite impressed & loyal to Scag. Owned a 61" Wildcat with the 27 hp Kohler from 2005 to about 3 months ago. Sold the eight year old machine for $4k, about 1/2 what I paid. Pretty good residual value.
Now have a 61" Turf Tiger with 29 HP Kohler. A dream machine that handles inclines beautifully. Also discharges in all conditions better than just about any other commercial mower out there. I'll shop again in 10 years