From what I've seen, those that jerk around with old tractors do so because they love them. That sort of collector never loses interest - and it's not based on market values, the economy, fads, or the interests of others.
To the converse, there are people that get involved only because it's popular, and they want to have something they can bring to shows - and show off - and be part of something they were not part of previously. These types of collectors tend to disappear as soon as it's not a mainstream trend anymore.
I don't mean to say that everyone is either one way or the other . . . but many are.
For myself, I've got over 100 tractors and I don't care if anybody ever sees them - or buys them. If anything, I enjoyed old tractor collecting/using/etc. when tractors often sold for $50 - $150, and tractor shows often meant a dozen or less enthusiests getting together one weekend at someone's home or farm.
I've heard the same concerns with Ford Model T people. Interest - by the numbers has wained since younger people don't care much about a car made around the turn of the 19th century that they were not around when they grew up. So now, some of the meets and shows are getting smaller - kind of like they used to be - and if anything, are more fun now.
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