UK’s most impressive collection of classic Ford and Fordson tractors goes under the hammer

"Following a 50-year career in farming, he has decided to retire and sell his collection at one of the most significant on-site sales for machinery of this type to have hit the market for many years.”

Leading the way will be the County 1474 Longnose which has a pre-sale estimate in the region of £60,000 - £70,000; swiftly followed by the Doe Triple-D which has some good provenance with well-known previous owners and is expected to sell in the region of £60,000 - £70,000.

Also, a Ford FW60 is expected to make between £20,000 - £25,000, whilst a low-houred 1979 County 1174 which operated at Stansted Airport has an estimate of £20,000 - £25,000.

Mainly dating back to the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s, all of the tractors on offer have been beautifully restored and preserved. Also on offer on the day will be a 1956 Land Rover Series 1 which has been subject to an extensive restoration over a three-year period.

Oliver Godfrey, Cheffins, continues: “This is one of the finest collections of Ford and Fordsons variants in the UK. With a fantastic eye and a skill for preservation, Paul’s collection is a Ford and Fordson enthusiast’s dream.

"The level of interest we have had for this sale has been exceptional and we are expecting the sale to be incredibly busy on the day.”

The sale will take place on Saturday May 12, with a viewing opportunity on Friday, May 11 at Colesdale Farm, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 4QZ.

• For more information visit www.cheffins.co.uk, or call Cheffins auctioneers on 01353 777767.