I think the newer apache sprayers are ok,  I just looked at some and they are not cheaper by any means, especially the 2008 and up.  In fact I bought a really nice low houred 4710 for alot less than a 3 or 4 year old apache.  I really like the controls and visibity of the deere also.     The apache just did not impress me, kinda like when you jump into a foriegn truck and notice how tin-ny the door sounds when it closes.   To each his own.  Gotta drive what makes you smile.