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Father auctions rare tractor to thank Cambridge hospital for saving son's life
Overview
A man from Bristol has donated his rare 1991 Ford 7810 Silver Jubilee tractor to be auctioned by Cheffins to raise funds for Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge. The donation is a thank you for saving his son Ed, who underwent a heart transplant at the hospital at age 17 after being diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy. All proceeds from the auction, which takes place between 2 and 10 November, will support the hospital charity's appeal to improve patient and visitor facilities.
Key points
- Michael Burdge donated his 1991 Ford 7810 Silver Jubilee model tractor to thank Royal Papworth Hospital.
- His son Ed underwent a successful heart transplant at the hospital at age 17 after developing dilated cardiomyopathy.
- The rare tractor is expected to sell for between £25,000 and £30,000 in an online auction held by Cheffins between 2 and 10 November.
- Auctioneer Cheffins is waiving all fees and commission for the sale.
- Proceeds will go to the Royal Papworth Hospital Charity's Brighter Spaces, Brighter Futures appeal to improve facilities.