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| 30th APRIL 2004 ................................... SHOWMANS LIVING VAN FOR SALE We have a Showmans van for sale which requires renovating. It is sited near Sittingbourne, Kent but it is necessary to move her asap. Open to offers. Please phone 01634 319280 - Pat or Steve. 25th APRIL 2004 ................................ CHEFFINS SALE RESULTS A total of 325 Vintage and Classic Tractors were on offer at Cheffins most recent Cambridge Vintage Sale and a record 243 tractors found new homes. A large contingent of Irish buyers' ensured that the Cross-Channel hauliers were kept busy with one Irish haulier reporting that he had 7 loads to transport and at 4/5 tractors per load that was some 30 tractors going to the Emerald Isle. With no less than 4 Ferguson Browns on offer some felt that this might have had a negative effect on prices, this was not to be. The first tractor of the day was a Ferguson Brown in original condition having been painted green sometime early on it's working life and fetched a healthy �8,600, shortly afterwards a brace of Ferguson Browns the first in barn stored condition made an impressive �6,100 and the other incomplete and in poor condition was sold for a remarkable �3,400. With the last of the Ferguson Browns a working example but with incorrect rear wheels making �10,600 it was to be a most rewarding day for their respective vendors. With many of the best tractors featuring early in the sale, bidding was brisk and prices strong. Other notable prices were the well restored Field Marshall Series IIIA �11,300, the concourse Ford 3000 which made an astonishing �9,400, the Massey Ferguson 35 which was an exceptional restoration at �6,400. A Fordson E27N P6 which again was well restored fetched a record �6,200 the Stablemate to the 2 Ferguson Brown tractors the Austin R in very much as found condition was sold at �4,400 to a restorer with time on his hands! Overall the tractor trade was as strong as we have seen it with prices up by an average 20%. It was notable that the best prices were paid for the excellent restoration or the very good ex-farm tractors as in the case of the Fordson Dexta which was sold for �4,400. Over 75% of tractors entered found new homes, even some of the basket cases at the end of the sale were sought after although they are probably destined for the breakers yard and indeed with the high price of scrap to the scrapyard. Implements especially ploughs were an excellent trade in particular trailing ploughs which were making up to �1,000. Stationary engines and horticultural items were well received with top price of the day �4,500 for a 1909 Hornsby Type Z 18hp hot bult engine smaller open crank engines were a consistent good trade with several in the range of �700 to �1,000. As always the tractor spares were a buoyant trade especially the larger spares, wheels and tyres and some exceptional prices were achieved for spares of certain rarer models such as Turner and Ferguson Brown. Inside the literature saw some good prices; Fowler Steam Roller Supplement �400, Austin tractor catalogue �160, Fordson Dexta workshop manual �100, quantity of Old Glory magazines (incl. Issue No.1) �260. The excellent selection of steam models saw limited success with a 3" Fowler ploughing engine making �9,800 and a 1" Allchin traction engine at �1,750 amongst others. A good selection of cast iron seats met a strong trade top price was �1,600 for a Brigham and Co Berwick. The steam spares were a good trade although there was a smaller entry than normal. FORTHCOMING SALES Saturday, 22nd May - John Bownes, Cheshire Saturday, 19th June - Gavin Paterson, Norfolk Saturday, 17th July - Cambridge Vintage Sale, Sutton, Cambs Saturday, 28th August - Harrogate Vintage Sale, Yorkshire Saturday, 23rd October - Cambridge Vintage Sale, Sutton, Cambs 16th APRIL 2004 .............................. WALLIS ADVANCE FOR SALE. Located in West Yorkshire a Wallis & Steevens Advance Steam Roller has recently been offered for sale. Stated as being in Rally condition , with full certificate sensible offers are invited in the region of �23500. Serious enquiries only to 01977 555291 RARE LEYLAND STEAM LORRY FOR SALE. One of only two surviving Leyland Steam Lorries is currently for sale. This rare F2 holds a current boiler certificate and offers are invited on 01508 570467. AVELING & PORTER R10 AVAILABLE An Aveleing & Porter R10 Steam Roller which is due for restoration has been offered for sale. The engine has been barn stored and most of the parts needed are available. For more details contact 01606 889415 or 07754 418211 14 APRIL 2004 ............................ FOWLER PLOUGHING VAN FOR SALE Fowler ploughing van built around 1880 ready to rally on nuematics converted in the 40,s brought up to date a bit with hyd brakes on rear axles new belly boxes but otherwise fairly original rallied right up to last year personel cicumtances forces sale genuine callers only �reasonable offers to right person. Contact: 07967 753095 10 APRIL 2004 ............................ McLAREN 551 DEBUTS IN NEW LIVERY McLaren Traction Engine made its first proper public outing in its new green livery at the Road Steam event at Fromebridge Mill in Gloucestershire today. The engine drew many admiring glances at the event. The Steam Up will be reviewed in full on these pages in the near future. 08 APRIL 2004 ............................ STANLEY STEAMER PROGRESS An interesting web site has been set up by Peter Turvey which covers the restoration of his Stanley Steam Car. Take a look for yourself by visiting the site at: www.stanleysteamcar.co.uk 07 APRIL 2004 ............................ LOOKING AHEAD It has been decided that the main theme for the 2005 Gloucestershire Steam & Vintage Extravaganza held at Kemble Airfield will be based on Marshall products. These will cover various sections including Steam, Tractors and Stationary Engines. Anyone wishing to find out more should contact the event manager via the website: www.steamextravaganza.com 06 APRIL 2004 ................................ SAUNDERS CORPORATE ATTRACTION The Saunders family are currently finalising plans for their long awaited Steam & Organ themed attraction. Although planning permission is yet to be granted, the family are confident of the go ahead and are already well advanced with their plans. They are keen to stress however that their collection of engines will still be seen out and about on the rally circuit. 05 APRIL 2004 ............................ ANOTHER NEW ENGINE IN GLOUCESTERSHIRE. At a recent sale of a private collection in Herefordshire, a Clayton & Shuttleworth Portable moved across the border into neighbouring Gloucestershire. Further details of this engine are limited at present but pictures will appear shortly. 04 APRIL 2004 ........................ INTERESTING NEW WEBSITE A website has recently been uncovered on the internet featured Fowell Engines. The web site address is as follows: www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~bonzog/FSE.hmtl 01 APRIL 2004........................ HUGE AMERICAN AUCTION LOOMS An amazing amount of American Traction Engines are about to be dispersed at auction in the United States of America. A full list of all lots is available by clicking on this link: www.nixonauctioneers.com/lists/rynda.htm 28 MARCH 2004.......................... VIV KIRK OF OXFORD The following announcement was placed on the Traction Talk pages : Viv Kirk died in hospital on Saturday morning. He had been in hospital for a while after suffering a fall, and then developing pneumonia. As one of the first to preserve our steam�heritage, he is owed thanks for rescuing the engines he did, and for passing on the stories and knowledge he'd acquired over the years MARCH 27TH 2004 .................... CLAYTON & SHUTTLEWORTH PORTABLE FOR AUCTION. Amongst the lots for the auction detailed below will be a 8 NHP Clayton & Shuttleworth Portable. SATURDAY 3rd APRIL 10am Prompt By direction of Stan George & Sons due to a change in their collecting policy ROWLEY COTTAGE HAMNISH, LEOMINSTER. HEREFORDSHIRE (2 Miles West of Leominster off A44) The genuine reduction sale of the principal portion of the private collection of 25 VINTAGE TRACTORS ENGINES, PARTS & LITERATURE MARCH 20TH 2004 ...................... JOSEPH EVANS STEAM TRACTOR FOR AUCTION. Joseph Evans (Wolverhampton) 4nhp Single Cylinder Steam Tractor. Partially restored fitted with new certificated boiler, rubber vulcanised wheels. Cheffins are pleased to be associated with the sale by auction of this engine when it is offered for sale as part of a two day house sale on behalf of Peter Rhodes of Boroughbridge by Hutchinson-Scott auctioneers. To be offered for sale by auction on Wed 21st April at Heaton House Boroughbridge York DAVEY PAXMAN AT CHEFFINS Entries of Steam Engines and Tractors are beginning to roll in prior to the closing date for entries of 9th March 2004. Already entered are a 1908 Davy Paxman Strawburning traction engine and a finely detailed scale model of a 3" Burrell Scenic Showmans engine. Included in the tractor section, there is an excellent show of David Brown tractors, Field Marshalls Series I, III and IIIA, a Ferguson Brown Type A together with some very nicely restored Classic tractors. The sale takes place at Ely, Cambs on Saturday April 24th. Click here for more details. MARCH 14TH 2004 ....................... HOLLYCOMBE MARCH NEWS UPDATE The new season is rapidly approaching, with the first day of the 2004 season set for 4th April. Much work has been completed over the winter, with several groups of volunteers taking on different aspects of maintenance and improvement. Some examples are given below, but it is by no means an exhaustive list - just a few projects that came to mind when writing it. All fairground rides have been dismantled and inspected and are currently being rebuilt ready for the season. All boilers have been cleaned out and inspected. The fairground rides have as usual received general woodwork repairs and much painting and varnishing has taken place. The big wheel has undergone a major overhaul. The restoration of the Ghost House is complete and this will see a welcome return for this season. The gallopers have received a new "cheese wheel" - the large bevel cog in the centre drive. A new concrete base has been laid for the Steam Swings. New drainage in the fairground installed Much track work has been carried out on the railways. The miniature railway turntable has been replaced by a traverser for easier access to the shed. Caledonia (Narrow gauge loco) has been dismantled and sent away for overhaul of the motion. Due back shortly. Standard gauge railway stock has been painted. New larger water supply installed, which will cater for future requirements. General site maintenance - fencing, painting, leaf clearance etc. As ever, there are still many projects in the pipeline to keep us busy, so if you would like to join our band of volunteers, please feel free to contact us. www.hollycombe.co.uk MARCH 12TH 2004 ........................ RUSTON PROCTOR PORTABLE FOR SALE Currently in Pretoria SA. Ruston Proctor 6hp portable engine No 47829 (1913) Complete and good condition but needs restoring Contact Douw DeLange 0027 125450043 or [email protected] (his daughter) I have just bought a twin sissons marine engine from Douw and he was really helpfull. He organised the shipping of this 500kg engine, it cost me �550 including the crate. Its worth talking to him if you are looking for a portable MARCH 10TH 2004 ......................... ANOTHER SHOWMANS LIVING VAN AVAILABLE 1920s showmans van for sale needs a little tlc but in fair order new tyres, roof re calecoed last year ideal for small steam tractor 22ft long �6000 ono. please ring alan on 07977195675 MARCH 9TH 2004 ............................. THE SUNDAY SOCIAL IS BACK Details of the second Sunday Social have been announced. The event will be held once agin at the Fromebridge Mill, Whitminster, Glos on April 11th (Easter Sunday) For more details click on the SUNDAY SOCIAL logo above. MARCH 8TH 2004 ............................... SHOWMANS VAN c1915 FOR SALE Horse drawn living waggon, (later traction engine drawn) 12' long, cut glass mollicroft, doors, windows, and mirrors. Currently undergoing partial restoration and avalible shortly. This has the potential to be a lovely waggon, I have put on a new roof and much new wood work, together with replacement glass. The inside is being wood grained at present and a gold leaf ceiling is being prepared. It will need totally stripping externally, preparing and painting. Space needed for new project offers around �6000. 01753 646125 {[email protected]) MARCH 7th 2004 ................................... PRESTONS HAVE MORE STOCK Preston Steam Services have recently updated their excellent web site that features many items for sale. Of particular interest is a RSJ Diesel Conversion Traction Engine. In addition to this they have added an incredible 14 newly imported Portables to their Portable Engine sales page! www.prestonservices.co.uk FEBRUARY 27TH 2004 ........................... STANLEY TOURER & NAGLE ENGINE FOR SALE For sale In central mass. USA 100hp nagle in great shape and Stanley 740 touring car [email protected] FEBRUARY 26TH 2004 ............................. BUFFALO PITTS ENGINE AVAILABLE 1915 buffalo-pitts steam traction engine 20 h.p. single cylinder butt-strapp boiler 150 psi runs good $19,000.00 obo Email [email protected] FEBRUARY 22ND 2004 ............................. PORTABLE STEAM BOILER AVAILABLE Portable Steam boiler for sale. Last used about 5 years ago when it supplied heating for a nursery Greenhouse system. All mudhole doors and Safety Valves included. Old inspection and boiler reports available. �500 o.n.o. Contact; [email protected] to arrange viewing (Somerset) |
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