Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

hello all- my neighbor gave me a Murray rider for free. think the carb is gummed up..but runs good on starter fluid. will be cleaning carb when time permits. my question is this: is this mower even worth keeping around? I know there are a lot of variables that would need to be answered, but I can see it is not a 'quality' built mower..but the price is right.  I just think it is going to be a continuious matinence mower. ( hood is already getting some stress cracks on corners).  what would you do?? junk-or-keep         thanks    Gene   p.s. about 10-12 years old I think..and the paint is decent Except the mower deck is flaking all over.