SNAPPER V182 push mower. HOW RARE IS IT?

Looking for some input on my recent find.

SNAPPER model V182 ( V18 series 2).
Serial is 72078774
Original 3.5 hp Briggs engine with heavy duty air cleaner.
18 inch cut cast deck.
Bag is in good shape.

It starts up first pull and runs very good!

I have never seen or heard of an 18" cut vintage snapper.
Anyone want to chime in on just how rare this thing is?
Anyone interested in adding it to their collection?
I think it would look great restored, it would defiantly be unique!!!

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