Today saw Cheffins Spring 2025 sale, held at their Sutton saleground with far more engine related lots than usual. Prices were a bit of a mixed bag, some items bringing strong bids with others realising far less than you would expect. Strong money was paid for lot 2071 – 1928 1.5hp John Deere at £1600 … Read more
After such a fantastic start, we feel its time we give something back, what better way to celebrate? The youngsters are always going to be the future of the hobby but getting them interested in the first place is the key. With the ever increasing costs of just about everything around us, the purchase of … Read more
Tractor Fest are delighted to announce Vintage Engine Enthusiast Limited as the official sponsor of the Stationary Engine section at the show this year. They join our other show sponsors, Cheffins , Econ & Brockhills. Tractor Fest is the biggest engine show in the UK at present with over 300 engines on display … Read more
Competitions and how they work So you have spent the past couple of weeks reading the many of the articles that have been published so far and feel like youve got something you could add?, Well here is a simple explanation of exactly why you should. Best Article Of The Month Best Article Of … Read more
The latest release from OKMO Models and what a little beauty it is. A ball hopper Monitor, A scale replica instead of just “sharing a likeness”. They are currently available at a special “Pre Order” price just for the first 50 units with delivery expected in July. As of today they are available HERE at … Read more
Many of you will have noted the Hornsby portable no.40144 sold at the David Ambler sale last week by Thimbleby & Shorland. Well, after working out who the lucky new owner was, we got an invite for the first start up once they had it home. One thing that was noticed before sale day was … Read more
Ater two busy viewing days and some strong bidding in the run up to sale day, the David Ambler sale conducted by Thimbleby & Shorland was sure to see some serious money changing hands. Star of the sale had to be lot 30 the Tangye patent oil engine bringing a very respectable £11,600. Followed by … Read more
Thimbleby & Shorland are hosting this highly anticipated online auction, which is fast approaching, with many bids already being placed online since the auction opened on the 10th February with bids closing on the 5th March. This unique collection has been assembled by David Ambler over a lifetime of collecting and restoring and has ensure … Read more