East Anglian-based auctioneer, Cheffins, hosted an on-site sale of over 60 classic tractors and selected vehicles on 28th May in Winkleigh, Devon. The machines were sold on behalf of well-known enthusiast and machinery dealer, Rodney Cowle.
Many of the tractors and vehicles on offer were sourced by Mr Cowle throughout the UK, Europe and the USA, and saw high prices paid. Highlights on the day included: £53,600 for a 1989 Ford 7810 Silver Jubilee; £50,384 for a County 1184; £43,952 for a 1985 Massey Ferguson 4880; £31,088 for a 1978 John Deere 4850 and £30,016 for a Ford 8730.
Oliver Godfrey, Head of the Machinery Department at Cheffins says: “The second part of the Rodney Cowle collection saw much pre-sale interest, as Rodney is known for having a fantastic eye for original classic tractors, and has been able to source some rare, quality examples from across the world. The sale saw a buoyant trade with a great attendance but also tons of bidders signed up online. The market for these classic tractors continues to gather pace, and we are regularly seeing record prices paid for various marques and models at various sales across the country. The next major vintage and classic sale will be the Cheffins Vintage Sale, hosted at our saleground at Sutton near Ely, which will take place on the 23rd July.”
Cheffins sold the first part of the Rodney Cowle collection in May 2019. Over 40 tractors were offered including Ford and Ford-based derivatives.
For more information, please visit www.cheffins.co.uk, or call Cheffins auctioneers on 01353 777767.