(800) 853-2651
SHOP NOW

old tractors

C

cjunrau

Well-known Member
the guy says they run. Wants $800 for the pair. I have always wanted to work on an old tractor like these for years. If I bought them now and had no place to put them under a roof, and will be 5-10 years before I have a shop. If I did nothing with them would they be worth anything if I decided I didn't want them in 15 years.
a254498.jpg
 
As you know,I'm an Oliver guy,but if somebody offered that pair to me for $800,I'd own them. They're not inside now,so what's it gonna hurt if you don't get them inside either?
 
First see if the engines are stuck before commiting. then if it doesn't work,at the very least(or worst) they are worth so much a pound at the local scrap yard.
 

If the tires are good now, they probably will not be good in 10 years, UNLESS you cover them with a tarp or similar.
 
Some simple maintenance would keep them as they are, make sure no water in tranny, oil in cylinders, turn them over once in a while. As someone said cover tires, put on blocks. Make sure no water can get in exhaust.
 

With the way old tractor prices are going (down) they will be worth scrap price in 10 years or whenever you get tired of them. Best to just enjoy them and forget the money aspect.
 
I would also be in for $800. Old Cockshutt and an old Case.

As far as storing them have you looked into putting up a carport? In most municipalities no permits are required and there are no tax implications because they are temporary structures. A simple carport big enough to store both tractors will run you <$1000.

I've also been known to repurpose old dining canopy/shelterlogic/greenhouse frames and used billboard vinyls to make sturdy sheds.
 
With my local scrap prices now they are easily worth $800.00 for scrap now.Would love to have the CASE.
 
Cover them with a tarp, just prop the tarp with some land scape timbers or something to provide a little air circulation so it does not do more harm than good. I would gamble 800 on those two any day, the cockshutt looks like it wouldnt take much to have it running.
 
Next picture should the tractors on a trailer heading to your place. Like others have said cover them good. My barn (shop) is too full. I do all my repairs outside in the dirt. Since you live where you have a lot of the white stuff, wait for spring to work on them. Stan
 
1 st buy & get them hauled home.. If they are going to set around, I would drain the tran's & replace the oil with used engine oil
Drain cooling system & would install Good Antifreeze.. Remove plug & give each cylinder some type of Oil.. If there is a battery in
them REMOVE it. Cover the whole tractor including the rear tires unless you have a well shaded area. Attempt to preserve what you have
so you have something to work on later.
 
Since they're the centerpiece of his scrap pile, you know their next and final stop. I suggest cash offer of $500 all in twenties on the spot. Save him the time and effort of hauling to the crusher.
 
Put blocks under the axles so that if the tires go flat, that the weight of the tractor does not cut the sidewalls of the tires. Replacing tires will empty the wallet.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

D
Those vintage old steel track attachments that went over rubber tires on tractors
Replies
11
Views
833
showcrop
showcrop
B
Twin combines
Replies
2
Views
801
Wheat47
W
Brown David
  • Locked
Tractor Sale Gone Sour. What Would You Do?
6 7 8
Replies
144
Views
9K
Crazy Horse
Crazy Horse
C
Ford 8N question
Replies
12
Views
573
Fixingfarmer
Fixingfarmer
D
Roof Shingles - how long can you keep them?
2 3
Replies
40
Views
1K
john in la
J
Tractor Parts Tractor Manuals

We sell tractor parts! We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today.

Copyright © 1997-2024 Yesterday's Tractor Co.

All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website, including design and content, without written permission is strictly prohibited. Trade Marks and Trade Names contained and used in this Website are those of others, and are used in this Website in a descriptive sense to refer to the products of others. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER: Tradenames and Trademarks referred to within Yesterday's Tractor Co. products and within the Yesterday's Tractor Co. websites are the property of their respective trademark holders. None of these trademark holders are affiliated with Yesterday's Tractor Co., our products, or our website nor are we sponsored by them. John Deere and its logos are the registered trademarks of the John Deere Corporation. Agco, Agco Allis, White, Massey Ferguson and their logos are the registered trademarks of AGCO Corporation. Case, Case-IH, Farmall, International Harvester, New Holland and their logos are registered trademarks of CNH Global N.V.

Yesterday's Tractors - Antique Tractor Headquarters
Website Accessibility Policy

Back
Top