A box store (Lowe's, Home Depot) John Deere? Picked mine up new in 2011 for $1600. 42" cut. I found a plow on CL for $150 (about $300-400 new, I think). Add chains ($40-Amazon) and a 80lb weight ($5-bag of cement) on the back and you're good to go. Works well on 1/2 acre for me. Definitely go with the hydrostatic. A good little machine--so far no issues, but I don't abuse my stuff.