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1880 Lenoir Four-Stroke Engine Sells For Six Figures

A true survivor, this four-stroke engine exhibits an incredible patina that tells its story. This is a unique example of an 1880-1885 Moteur Lenoir gas engine in very complete and unprecedented condition. The engine is an early second-generation model and is the only one known of its kind. It is in original condition and even

Nokomis Implement – The Destination For Classic Tractor Enthusiasts

In the summer of 2020 a new building was constructed just across the railroad tracks in the small town of Nokomis, Illinois. We sat down with Kurt Aumann, of Aumann Auctions to discuss this new building. How did the idea for the Tractor Factory come about? We thought for a long time about putting

Do You Know Your Massey Ferguson Tractors?

Visit AumannVintagePower.com today to see more classic tractors like these. Do you know the difference between a Massey Ferguson 97 and 98? They may look like Massey tractors, but they aren’t exactly what they seem. The Massey Ferguson 98 The 98 is essentially the same tractor as the Oliver 990 with different hood and grill.

Kenny and Wendy Wolf Collection, 2nd installment results

Check out these auction results from the Kenny and Wendy Wolf collection, including the winning bids on these fascinating machines. August 11 – 13, 2020, in Peru, Indiana Gemmer Horizontal Winning bid: $79,800 – 47 bids The original Gemmer engine is unstamped but estimated to be 4hp. It has a copper water tank and unique

Watch Aumanns Album

Aumanns Album was a television series produced by Aumann Auctions and was broadcast on RFD-TV. The series focused on classic tractor collectors, the vintage iron hobby and classic tractor auctions. The series aired for two seasons. These 9 episodes are from the show’s second season. Season 2 – Episode 1 On this episode of Aumanns

Watch This Before Buying A Restored Classic Tractor

Classic Tractor Fever has an ongoing segment called “In The Shop” where experts in the tractor hobby share their expertise and helpful restoration tips. Buying a restored tractor can be a great way to get a show ready classic without the headache of restoring it yourself. It can also be a large monetary investment. Sometimes

International 1066 Tractor Sells For Record Price!

This International Harvester 1066 sold on the Jerry Everitt Tractorland 65 Year Tractor Collection Auction. But what’s so unique about this tractor? It might have something to do with it’s serial number. A prize for many classic tractor collectors is owning the first tractor produced for a particular model. This International Harvester 1066 is the

John Deere Archival and Historical Expert Joins the Aumann Vintage Power Team

The Aumann Vintage Power team welcomes Brian Holst to their expanding team of agricultural history experts. Brian had a successful 19 year run as the Historical Equipment Manager for John Deere. His role there included the preservation and acquisition of historically significant items from the John Deere Company. He focused on milestone items, prototypes, futuristic

Couple Finds Buried John Deere “Treasure”

A metal junk pile in your backyard hardly seems the place to find anything of value, but that’s what happened for a lucky couple in Kansas. Kimberly Whiteman wanted to make better use of her backyard by removing an old pile of junk and replacing it with a pool for her children. “The previous owners

C.H. Wendel Archive: Reference Books, Steam and Magazine Literature

On August 12, 2019, Old Iron lost C. H. Wendel — community member, author and Gas Engine Magazine contributor — whose passion and knowledge for gas engines was unmatched. May 21st, 2020, was the close of an online auction featuring his personal collection of vintage printed materials. Following are the results. “We were

Kenny And Wendy Wolf Collection Auction – Second Installment

Kenny and Wendy Wolf Collection Second installment preview conducted by Aumann Auctions, Inc. Online-only auction takes place June 30, auctions begin closing at 6 p.m. An open house will be held June 25 through 27 at the 30th Annual Hoosier Flywheeler show in Peru, Indiana — 3474 West 200 North Peru, Indiana, 46970. The auction will feature over

Kenny and Wendy Wolf Collection: Results from the First Installment

This Callahan salesman sample is believed to be the only one in existence and sold for $23,625. Old iron brought big bucks at the first of two installments of the Kenny and Wendy Wolf Collection auction, Nov. 7-9, 2019. The online auction, hosted by Aumann Auctions Inc., featured more than 100 gas engines as well

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