Business ProfileforRiddle Tractor

My father purchased a used tractor from Riddle on 6/8/23 for the purpose of mowing his lawn. He was assured that the tractor had been thoroughly inspected and serviced and had no issues. Shortly after purchasing the tractor began having electrical issues which resulted in wiring having to be repaired, a faulty safety switch replaced and a starter solenoid that was also replaced at the expense of my father. In the spring of 2024 the tractor suddenly started grinding and the *** became inoperable. The tractor was taken for repairs that resulted in the entire rear of the tractor being removed and disassembled. During these repairs it was discovered that the hydraulic and gear oil was severely contaminated with the viscosity of water and the color of milk leading to premature wear of internal parts and there was several inches of silt packed into the frame and components that were covered by the body panels leading me to believe the tractor had been sunk at some time and the dealership never inspected or serviced this machine before selling. The cost of the repair was estimated around $4000 (nearly what was paid for the tractor). My father went to Riddle and attempted to talk to the staff but was blown off and advised "you bought a used machine" and "that salesman was fired" even though he had put less then 10 hours on the machine since he purchased it.