MOBILE BUYERS – QUICK READ SUMMARY• WHAT IT IS: A rare 1984 \"Time Capsule\" Lot of original Ertl John Deere 520 Pedal Tractor parts & paperwork.• HIGHLIGHT: Includes an incredibly rare, original 1980s yellow carbon receipt from Pringle Tractor Co. (Salinas, CA), factory blueprints, assembly guides, an original box, and an unapplied decal sheet.• CONDITION: Heavy Vintage Wear & Patina. This is a true garage find. Items show rust, staining, tears, and severe cosmetic distress from 40+ years of storage.• IMPORTANT: Sold AS-IS for parts, budget restoration, or rustic mancave decor. Adhesives on the 40-year-old sticker sheet cannot be guaranteed.Step back in time to the 1980s California farming scene!If you love authentic rustic charm, genuine agricultural history, or the unmatched look of true vintage patina, this unique \"time capsule\" lot is an absolute dream. Sourced together from decades of storage, this collection features original 1984 Ertl John Deere Model 520 pedal tractor components, hardware, and incredibly rare dealership paperwork.LEATHER-AND-RUST CONDITION NOTE:This lot is a true \"barn find\". It shows heavy vintage wear, cosmetic distress, rust pitting, and garage staining. We have left it exactly as found to preserve its gorgeous, weathered character. It is sold strictly AS-IS for rustic home decor, framing, craft projects, or display. Please review the photos closely!5 Reasons to Love & Buy This Lot:• 1. Airtight California Farm History: The star of the show is the original, yellow carbon-copy retail invoice from Pringle Tractor Co. out of Salinas, CA. Dated from the 1980s, it details a real-life cash sale for two pedal tractors and a wagon. It is a beautiful piece of local agricultural history begging to be framed for a home office or gallery wall.• 2. Instant \"Mancave\" or Garage Vibe: The original cardboard shipping box features the iconic stamped branding from The ERTL Company (Dyersville, Iowa). Paired with the blueprint parts list, it creates the ultimate nostalgic backdrop for a shop shelf or a bar area.• 3. Authentic, Time-Worn Patina: You simply cannot replicate 40 years of genuine age. The weathered rubber pedals, rusty chrome axle hubcaps, and oxidized metal brackets offer a gorgeous industrial, heavy-patina aesthetic for collectors who hate the \"too-perfect\" look of modern reproductions.• 4. Rare Vintage Paper Ephemera: Junk journalers, scrapbookers, and assemblage artists will love the 1984 step-by-step assembly guides and the unapplied John Deere factory decal sheet. Note: Due to being 40+ years old, the sticker backing is likely dried out—we recommend these for display or art use only!• 5. The Ultimate Gift for John Deere Enthusiasts: If you have a farmer, mechanic, or vintage toy collector in your life, this set offers a unique, tangible piece of toy-making history that you won\'t find anywhere else.What You Receive:• 1 Original Ertl Shipping Box (Heavy wear/creases).• 3 Weathered Chrome Hubcaps (Visible rust/surface pitting—missing the 4th to make a complete wheel set).• 2 Textured Black Rubber Pedals.• 1 Original Unapplied Graphic Decal Sheet (Part 520-8230).• 1 Factory Parts List Blueprint Sheet + 1 Assembly Instructions Guide.• 1 Yellow Pringle Tractor Co. Dealership Carbon Invoice.• A loose stash of original metal push nuts, washers, an under-body bracket, and assembly screws.Bring a piece of authentic 1980s farm history into your space today!Ships quickly and securely packed to protect the vintage paper. If you have any questions or need closer photos of a specific piece, just send a message!
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