MacFadden & Sons Inc. in
Sharon Springs (NY)

It's always a pleasure working with James MacFadden. Everyone is always on point and so professional. Thank you for your great service, James Kiefer, North Central Ohio

I love this place. I own my Grampa's Farm about an hour away, but I live in Delaware. I have made 3 purchases, and attempted a couple more. I email whatbI am looking for, and Zach responds quickly, politely, and professionally. And when I get there, they always are prepared, remember my name, and what I'm there for. GREAT place, and as I bring my Farm back to production, I have no doubt Ill be back!!!

Patrick, the service tech has been to my remote location twice. He isolated problems and fixed them right the first time. Very pleased with the service I received.

Anything you need farm equipment related go to this place knowledgeable people fast and friendly service. You can’t go wrong. They have used this stuff and brand new stuff.

My go to for Mahindra equipment, knowledgeable staff, and fair prices. I called, spoke with a service technician who advised that fuel gauge sending units fail without warning. My Mahindra 24 HST's fuel gauge failed to read anything after filling the fuel tank to about 3/4 full. Worked perfectly prior to this. They gave me two printouts so I could R &R the sending unit myself. I will install it when I'm home. When you're there, you get a chance to view the fantastic collection of vintage and antique equipment and toys you'd like to have. Keep up the great work.

Just drove over an hour and a half to an auction that they had advertised only to find out that they cancelled it when I arrived. The weather was horrible; snow, sleet, etc. I was hoping they would cancel before I started driving like any auctioneer does when bad weather is in the forecast, but I kept checking Auctionzip and it was still advertised to go on. I even called the number they provided to check if it was getting cancelled or not, but that number just kept ringing with no answer. After making the hour and a half trek, we pulled up to their place to no cars. I checked auctionzip and 20 minutes before their auction is scheduled to start is when they decided to update that they cancelled the auction. I then find out they had a Facebook so I messaged them on their to let them know about their horrible communication and they basically gave me a sarcastic response as if it was my fault. They did finally admit they forgot to update Auctionzip and only did so 30 minutes before their auction. I had a pocket full of cash to spend at this toy auction of theirs, but I would rather keep this money and go to a good auction where they care about their customers safety then these people who blame their customers when it was clearly their mistake. And yes, their communication is the worst!

Went to a toy auction they had December 21st in 2024. Toys were advertised as new, in the box (check on Facebook). Buyer's Premium would be 10% for Cash or Check, and 13% if you used a credit card. I spent $885 on model car and truck kits. Four of the kits just had left over parts that weren't used in making the model. Two kits had different models (built) then what was suppose to be inside. And most of the kits had already been opened. So much for being new. When I went to pay for the toys, I told them I was tax exempt. I was told "That's only for farm equipment". I've been selling product on Ebay for over 20 years and that my tax certificate was for reselling merchandise. I get the "deer in the headlights stare" and then Sarah, the person in charge of billing speaks up, "Oh that's different" And says that my new total is $1000.05. It wasn't until the next day and re-examine my invoice and saw that I was charged $115.05 for the buyer's premium and not $88.50. At the auction start, They mention they would be closed the following week. So I called today, asked for Sarah and she told me that if I bought say six items of choice I would be charged 10% of each item. Yeah, that's also the same answer if it is figured at six times the price plus 10%. And when I tried to explain that to her she talked over me and said that is what the owner told her. "Would I want to talk to him?" "Sure", was my answer. She then put me on "ignore". While I waited, I figured they over charged me $26.55 on buyer's premium charges. When someone finally came back on the line, it was Sarah saying the owner was talking to a customer and would call me back. He didn't. Other reviews I've read about this place are either great or don't buy from them, they're cheats. Include me with the later.

I left a bad (premature) review a couple of days ago. The Allis Chalmers 190xt I purchased does have a bad clutch. After discussing the issue with the owners they have made a generous offer to resolve the problem. Sorry for not giving you the opportunity to make it right before leaving a bad review. Thanks

Horrible experience! This place is not a true auction house, they buy equipment from other auctions themselves and resale their own equipment at their auctions regularly. Conflicts of interest on most items. Buyer be aware, you are buying previously auctioned off items at a higher auction price plus buyers premium. Sellers be aware, the buyer might be the auction house, who will resale your items at a higher place later.

Needed a part for one of my tractors , Chris was very helpful finding what I needed

Tried dealing with Jim on a tractor he was not a very pleasant person to talk with acted like I was bothering him very short and snotty with me will not deal with him again or recommend him to anyone

I enjoy their auctions. They move through at a good pace. I have bought 4 wheel drive tractors here and various farm implementations. They are always helpful when you call them.

I had an issue with a tractor that I purchased from MacFadden & Sons. I truly believe that they didn’t know about the issue but went above and beyond to improve the situation. I would not be afraid to deal with this company and would purchase from them again!

Had rough experience at first but they made it right they stand behind there word 100 percent. Stuff could of been labeled better, but they did reimburse my money so I'm happy.sorry for the cursing to Sara and her boss I was very frustrated and I apologize.

Great place for an auction. You can get some great deals if you know what to look for. I have been going for years and they are always honest, fair, and reasonable. Things happen fast, and they know that. They record everything so everyone is on the same page. I am happy they keep the tradition alive. BTW, they have an incredible scrap yard.

We have always been very satisfied with our purchases at the auctions’ we will be there on sat !!

I want everyone aware who will be at the auction on Saturday that the Case IH tractor #6635 is stolen. It came from Jefferson County this tractor has been parked since 2019 because my cousin a 21 year old Steven Scott II of Clayton NY had a tragic accident in this tractor. The tractor was then parked near the accident site were his family did not have to be reminded of this everyday. When the property was sold the lady there took the tractor. She didn't even ask them to remove the tractor from the property. She was well aware of why the tractor was parked there. The auction site was notified of this being stolen and they don't care is all they care about is selling this and not returning this to the rightful owner. The police are involved and so is a lawyer so anyone who buys this I just want you aware it will be taken from you at some point.

We bought a Mahindra 1635 hydrostatic tractor from them. Great tractor and experience. Thank you

Knowledgeable owner and staff. Busy place so you need to ask your questions quick. Variety of new and used equipment on site at all times.

My husband was a heavy equipment operator through a union for almost 40 years. My husband and I wanted to rent an excavator to clear some tagalders and brush, dig a ditch for a crossing and level a spot to build a camp. We went in to talk to Jim. My husband asked about a big machine that was on property. Jim said that he doesnt rent that out and asked what we wanted to do with a machine, so we told him that we wanted to do some clearing of tagalders. Jim didnt know what tagalders were and said he had "rented out a machine and someone did $5000 in damage and now he doesnt rent out machines for clearing." Then dismissed us. We arent going to damage any machine or push past its limits! Arrogant and Rude.

Great place, Jim the owner is a great guy to deal with, very knowledgeable. Auction rates are reasonable. Good people to do business with.

You can find and look at more thing's that you have never seen before here. Half the fun is trying to figure out what a machine is used for or what it does! Auctions are large with something selling for home owners to large farmer's. Everything can be viewed on line and bidding can be done from home! Collectors love the antique tractors and farm equipment and you can get hard to find used parts from their salvage yard. They have a full service parts department and repair shop and sell new equipment.

Called in to buy a peice of equipment on their lot. No salesperson was available. Never returned phone call! I went elsewhere to purchase!!

Purchased a piece of new equipment from Jim. Minor issue with a new piece of the equipment. Jim squared it away quickly. Very pleased with the equipment and the service after the sale. Purchased a second piece of equipment based on the service and McFadden standing behind the sale. Thank You.

They have an almost endless supply of used tractor parts. It will cost me about half the price of brand new. They also have four annual, seasonal auctions which I enjoy checking out. A lot of unique agricultural and industrial equipment is consigned to these auctions 👍

Great amount of inventory. They're very helpful. The auction has something for everyone. The owner knows exactly what you need and really helps you get it...

These guys know what they are talking about, are honest and straight forward folks. I bought my tractor and implements from them. A pleasure doing business.