Good Times, Bad Times

Two reports and a new reference book are among the market value resources now available to antique tractor collectors. These can serve as starting points for gaining information about values, but current prices are not set in stone and often vary considerably from region to region, and internationally.

Polk's Gold is a bi-monthly, 50-page, soft-covered auction report. It contains auction prices for tractors, crawlers, implements, toys and other collectibles. Accuracy and up-to-date prices are stressed, according to publisher Dennis Polk. Subscription rates are $24.95 annually in the United States and $30.95 in Canada and other countries. For more information contact Dennis Polk Equipment, Subscription Dept., 72435 SR 15, New Paris, IN 46553; (219) 831-3555; Fax (219) 831-5717; E-mail magazine@dennispolk.com; Internet www.dennispolk.com.

The FA.C.T.'s Report is a newsletter published by Greg Peterson, an experienced market watcher who also is available for consultation on old or modern tractors and implements. The Report costs $69.96 yearly and is available on line or by mail. Phone (800) 381-0423.

Hot Line Antique Tractor Guide is a new, annual 350-page paperback report. It contains specifications, auction prices and photographs of tractors and crawlers made before 1960. Reviewers have rated it very accurate. Cost is $19.95 plus postage. For more information, contact Hot Line Antique Tractor Guide, P.O. Box 1115, Fort Dodge, IA 50501; (800) 673-4763; feg@farmequipmentguide.com; website: www.agdeal.com.

Gary Van Hoozer lives in Tarkio, Mo., and has been a frequent contributor to Farm Collector.