Which would you all buy considering the reliability and lack of availability? I personally prefer the non hydro series not HYA because of the select pace thumb controls. Both are solid buys with some strong options.
VKA for $500 - For sale by original owner, used for one mowing season. Looks like new. Has original receipt of purchase, still technically has warranty through Honda for next few years. Original receipt would help with claiming warranty on lifetime deck replacement if needed. Camshaft recall done, has proof of repair. Comes with bag unused.
VYA for $700 - Sold by third party seller, basically like new, less than a half of times used (looks new). No original receipt of purchase. Not sure if camshaft recall would need to be done. All features of VKA but has the roto stop and throttle control. No bag (would eventually need to purchase one).
If I could, I’d buy both.