Re: something special about a farmall m?

Posted by Brian in NY on November 02, 2004 at 07:49:38 from (24.97.78.198):

In Reply to: something special about a farmall m? posted by James Fisher on November 01, 2004 at 13:06:21:

Is your tractor mostly original? Does it have cuts in the hood or other modifications untrue to OEM style like plastic battery box or the wrong wheels, etc.

Does it have cracks/welds in the block or frame or axle housings?

Those things can devalue a tractor for a collector, even though they might make it more practical for someone who wants to just use the tractor as a tractor.

These older "rich" guys are probably looking for either a totally restored tractor, or an unmolested original or one in pristine condition. Or as others have said, they may be looking to see if you might have a rare tractor that someone repainted and put the wrong decals on (happens more than you might think).

Don't be afraid to shoot the shinola with the guys that come to look at your tractor. Most guys like to talk turkey, and if you are honest and upfront with them, they will tell you what they are looking for and why the aren't overly excited about your tractor. You won't be selling the tractor to them, but you will no doubt get a lot of insight from them and will be glad you took a few minutes to talk to them.

I find it amazing how much great knowledge I have gained from talking to other tractor guys. And the only way that knowledge will survive for future generations is to keep passing it on.

Good luck selling your tractor....sounds like one I would be interested in if I was closer to you.

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