self propelled mower

[ants]

What king of luck (longevity wise) has anyone had with self propelled mowers? I have had decent luck with several brands but was looking for something that would really last. Price doesn't really matter.

[First-light]

Toro are very good. I have one and it's running strong at 7 years.

[steve863]

I think most are self-propelled these days, unless you get a small, cheap one.  I have a Honda and it's on it's 3rd summer.  I don't have too much to mow, but so far I am happy with it.  Beats the hell out of the Craftsman (not self-propelled) I used to have.  At least the Honda always starts on one pull, while I used to dislocate my shoulder trying to start the Craftsman.  I've just had more luck with Japanese designed engines, be they cars or anything else.  They keep running, with little to NO maintenance required.