HCVC

Nuffield tractor, 6 cylinder, the only one of this model in Australia. It made $2400.

By Kevin Toovey

Going, going, gone.

Acouple of false starts but finally Gordon and Jacquie Wilks clearing sale transpired. I believe this day would also have been filled with nerves, with cancellations taking place everywhere and so much uncertainty with Coronavirus on our door step.

Driving to the sale on the morning, I did not know what to expect and wondered if people would attend. The weather was perfect and Ross’s Auctioneers had done a great job with the advertising and preparation.

There was a fair crowd and the people that came were there to buy. Maybe there was not quite the competition that might have been prior to our COVID-19 life but I think that will happen on all fronts from now on.

A very interesting collection of tractors, trucks and other sundries was up for sale.

There was several tractors that were believed to be the only one in Australia. I hope they have gone to someone that will bring them back to life and show them to the public. There was always going to be and interest in the Chamberlains. They are symbolic with Australian rural life and with some strong clubs for the 9G’s they were going to find new homes.

The HCVC wishes Gordon and Jacquie all the best for their next adventure at their new place not too far away. The club also appreciates the opportunity of being involved on the day. Thank You.

The V8 Ford

Ferguson serial #TEA40669 made $5400 it sounded great with straight through pipes, certainly one of the favourites on the day.

The HCVC had a sausage sizzle, the cooks and the kitchen staff were on hand. HCVC mobile BBQ with Vern and

Peter on the tongs.

Right: To the untrained eye some of these tractors might have looked the same but there was definitely a difference. When the auctioneer reached this McDonald

Imperial (made in Australia ) and according to the catalogue “a project”, the enthusiasts agreed and somebody found $5000 to make it “their project”. Below: The B61 Mack 6x4 rime mover with a 400HP factory rebuild engine circa 2003 plus original tail end, motor and gear box, semi restored made $4000.

Left: The 9G sold for $2200

Above: The Autocar 6x4 Primemover, circa 1960 diesel, American made, 6-71 GM engine and 5x4 spicer gear box made $12,000. Both trucks found their new home with the same owner that will add them to his collection.

Above: Tractors, project, parts or display, something for everyone.