Club Cadet

[CaptJ]

Okay guys I have the opportunity to get this Club Cadet for free. I know nothing about these things or it. Looks in good shape. Belt that turns blades keeps popping off. Don't know what it will cost me to get it cutting, but it starts right up. No grass catcher. Do they make them for this age tractor?
I don't know the year but posted the vin if someone knows how to decipher it.

My other option is a 2002 John Deere Sabre with grass catcher, he said it is a 32" deck but that seems small, 14.5 horse. $500. Belongs to my cousin who is a neat freak and takes good care of his stuff.