05-20-2010, 05:39 AM
freeradical wrote:
I'd look for a model with a quality brand name engine. If the engine is quality, the rest of the mower is probably quality as well.
Honda builds great small engines. They have overhead valves - not L-heads.
http://www.honda-engines.com/pro.htm
Honda lawn mowers are usually expensive because they make quality motors. My BIL spent over $500 on one, his lawn is smaller than mine. He knows lawn mowers and wanted to buy the best.