Scotts S1642 Lawn Tractor

Pros: Good value, great reliability and performance.
Cons: Noise, flimsy seat bolts, backfires

The previous reviews do a great job evaluating this product. Mdarren’s review is especially helpful. Allow me to add some other comments.

First, what I look for in a riding mower are the following: reliability, safety, and the ride of a...

Pros: Solid frame, axle, engine and transmission
Cons: Hard starting, engine run on, backfiring, scalping

The biggest selling point of the Scott's line of Tractors is that, as of last year, they are John Deere designed and made in an exclusive agreement with Home Depot. They were formerly made by Murray and not nearly as sturdy. John Deere and Hope Depot...

Pros: Engine, Build Quality, Hydrostatic Transmission, Easy-to-Handle
Cons: Abrupt Reverse to Forward engagement, Possible Service Issues

I am just now getting into my third mowing season with my trusty partner, the Scotts 1642 riding mower. I purchased it at, where else, Home Depot. The 1642 has been flawless over the past few seasons. I have had no problems with it whatsoever.
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Pros: Easy to operate, Nice clean cut.
Cons: Backfires

I bought mine from Home Depot about 2 months ago. It was priced at $1589.00. Unfortunately, I delayed in buying as I was not sure what to do and as a result I missed a sale price of $200.00 off. I did get a free trailer with it though, which has turned...

Pros: Nice ride, reliable, turns well, great engine, excellent cut, gas efficient
Cons: oil filter difficult to find and pricey, owner's manual could be better

I've had this mower for a year and bought it at Home Depot. I had full intentions of buying and John Deere or a Troy Bilt. I made 3 visits to 2 different John Deere dealerships and everytime they had none of the lower end lawn tractors in stock (under...

Pros: Cuts lawn nice and neat.
Cons: Safety features can drive you crazy, especially if you don't weigh over 115 pounds.

This is a nice lawn mower. It mows with a decent width (42"), at a decent speed and doesn't cut off in thicker/taller grass (Kohler 16 HP engine), and the cuttings can be left without raking or bagging. We have three quarters of an acre and it ...

Pros: ease of maintenance, reliability. john deere name.
Cons: some accessories are a hassle to use.

i purchased this tractor from my previous homeowner in 2004. he took good care of it (at least that's what he told me) and so far i've had no problems with it. as far as maintenance, i've simply cleaned it and replaced the battery. i just ordered the ...

Pros: Reliability, versatility, ease of use.
Cons: Reverse button, top-heavy, Jerky brakes, poor winter traction.

I bought my S1642 from The Depot like most others (Ugh!) in early 2001. In 4 years, it has been a workhorse, both summer and winter. I mow about 1 1/2 acres of grass, and nearly a mile of walking trails - all effortlessly. I have only 3 complaints ...

Pros: Cost was the biggest pro when making our decision
Cons: None as of yet!!!

When me and my husband bought our first house and the acre of property that went with it, we decided a push behind mower was not working. So we went out on a mission to find a good but affordable lawn tractor. Like I said we just bought a house and...

Pros: Very few.........
Cons: Almost everything........ Flimsy, runs poorly, Overpriced, Owners Manual is awful!!!

** This is a very Flimsy tractor, as it doesn't have any frame under it. What they call a frame is actually only a "Pan",

** It's underpowered and the 16hp engine runs poorly.

** There is virtually no Support from our local Home...

Pros: Speed control, blade adjustment, quiet, fun to drive
Cons: Deck adjustment, cleaning around belts, cup holder

I made my purchase in August of 2000. I purchased the Scott's 16 hp, 42 inch mower because I have three yards to mow. One of the yards is a block from my house and I figured a riding mower would be easier to get there than pushing a mower down the...

Pros: exceptionally well built and designed
Cons: Home depot does not carry parts and have not found any place on line to buy replacement parts/replacement blades sold at home depot are not as heavy as original.

All other mowers could not compare to the construction and design of the Scotts 1642 mower/ease of operation and comfort of operation/ease of repair.I considered the purchase of a Kubota but believed the Scotts to be the best value for the money.This is...

Pros: Turning radius, price
Cons: Traction, vibration

I'm a value shopper and I'm generally satisfied with the 'Home Depot' purchase. After the engine loosened up a bit it now starts easily and the hydro and deck adjustment are easy to use. The parking lock-out could be more convenient and I wish they'd...

Pros: Cost, Features, Dependable
Cons: Jury is still Out

Just purchased the 1642 from Home Depot last week. This is a well constructed machine and I love the fact that it is backed by such a great name in the industry - John Deere. Believe me when I tell you I've looked at them all when deciding to purchase a...

Pros: Made by John Deere, Kohler engine
Cons: I can't think of any.

Well GOOOOOOAAWWWWLLLY!!! What happened to da Green???? Seriously, the fact that this mower was built and designed by John Deere is one of the major things that sold me about this mower. Sure, all mowers look really good and sturdy when they are...