We had an auction just east of Calgary on the weekend and the price of two of the tractors seemed very bizarre.The first tractor to sell was a McCormick-Deering W-4. It started but was not running well, obviously had a bunch of home-brewed modifications made to the electrical system and was generally in poor shape. (Rusty, oil leaks everywhere etc). This tractor sold for $750.00 CDN. The next tractor to sell was an IH 706. This tractor was in amazing condition. The diesel fired up quickly and easily after a long cold night (no, they didn't warm it up - I was there quite early). Everything worked VERY well and it ran like it just rolled off the show room floor. This sold for $1100.00 CDN. Now, I am still no expert on tractor pricing in Alberta but I have been to a lot of these auctions. The W-4 went for way more than usual and the 706 was a steal. I guess that is why auctions still attract me. If I had know all my facts I would have had a really good square baler for $500. Oh well, I just thought you folks might be interested in knowing some current tractor prices up here in Western Canada. BTW - I have seen the 706 working HARD in the fields every day since the auction. What a pretty sight. Sean in Calgary
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