FREE Murray 12HP Mini Rider, Will it run?

Decent condition Murray rider popped up for free on marketplace. Jumped on the deal and got it for my old Grandpa. He's a champ at fixing up old motors and lawn equipment-it's what he does in retirement so I know he'll get this running like a top.

[@ijnfleetadmiral]

Awesome find...looks like it's in mint condition. The Ultra brand was a short-lived series. Primarily sold at Home Depot and Armed Forces Exchange.

[@ProlificInvention]

I was just thinking about that mower this morning, what a coincidence. My son wants to make it a go cart, and its just been sitting...needs a new battery and carb rebuild as well as fuel lines now. Glad you commented and reminded me as I'm heading out to take a look at it right now, thank you

[@alexsprings87]

I just got the same mower, free as welll!well!! Runs great

[@HoschtonBoy]

I guess the boy is as glad you are it runs. Great effort.

[@ProlificInvention]

Thank you for watching and the great comment. He loves getting a ride in the wagon still, although not for long since he's 8..

[@Mid-Ohio]

Great video…very interesting.Got me a murry 13 model similar and it sat for years only used a handful of times.Flat tires and battery dead and had fuel left in it.So changed the battery,carburetor and fired up.Very interested in small engines now.

[@poohbearkt23]

what is the model number on this?

[@ProlificInvention]

1995-99 Murray select 12/30 (12 hp Briggs/30" cut)
They still make this exact type of mower in modern times as well. Just search 30" rider