Machinist & Automotive Tools Online Auction in Bethlehem, NH – 1,100+ Lots of Equipment, Shop Tools & Collector Vehicles

Machine shop equipment, automotive tools, and fabrication gear are the backbone of many industries across New England. For machinists, mechanics, contractors, and serious tool buyers, opportunities to acquire large quantities of quality equipment in one place do not come along often.

An upcoming Machinist & Automotive Tools Online Auction hosted by The Thomas Hirchak Company features more than 1,100 lots of shop equipment, metalworking machines, welders, compressors, and automotive service tools, along with vehicles, trailers, and select heavy equipment.

Located in Bethlehem, New Hampshire, this event offers a rare chance for buyers across Vermont, New Hampshire, and the broader Northeast to expand their shop capabilities, upgrade equipment, or acquire hard-to-find tools.

Auction Overview

This online-only auction will close:

Online Auction Closes:
Wednesday, March 18 @ 10:00 AM

Preview Date:
Thursday, March 12 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location:
Bethlehem, NH 03574
(Contact for preview address)

Item Removal Dates:
Tuesday, March 24 — 8AM–5PM
Wednesday, March 25 — 8AM–5PM
Thursday, March 26 — 8AM–3PM

Buyers interested in attending the preview may contact the auction team at:
📧 helpdesk@thcauction.com
📞 802-888-4662

Full catalog and bidding details are available here:
👉 https://www.thcauction.com/03182026-machinist-automotive-tools-1721

A Major Auction for Machinists, Mechanics, and Fabrication Shops

This auction is particularly appealing to professionals working in:

• Machine shops
• Automotive repair facilities
• Welding and fabrication businesses
• Industrial maintenance operations
• Farm and equipment repair shops
• Tool resellers and collectors

With over 1,100 lots, the event includes everything from large metalworking machines to everyday shop tools and measuring equipment.

For many buyers across Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and the Northeast, auctions like this provide access to industrial equipment that might otherwise require dealer sourcing or private transactions.

Featured Equipment Highlights

Among the standout items in this auction are several significant pieces of shop machinery and heavy equipment.

Machine Shop Equipment

Precision machining tools form the core of this sale, including:

• Bridgeport Vertical Knee Milling Machine
• Doall Metalmaster 32" Variable Speed Vertical Band Saw
• Multiple Surface Grinders (TOS BPH-20, Brown & Sharpe, K.O. Lee related tooling)
• Extensive metalworking accessories and tooling

For machinists or fabrication shops looking to expand production capabilities, these machines represent serious industrial capability.

Automotive Shop Equipment

Automotive service shops will also find a wide selection of shop equipment and support tools.

Highlights include:

• Rotary Two-Post Automobile Lift
• Lempco 60-Ton H-Frame Hydraulic Press
• Heavy-duty shop support equipment
• Automotive specialty tools and diagnostic equipment

Equipment like this can significantly enhance service capacity for automotive repair operations.

Welders, Compressors & Fabrication Tools

Fabrication and welding professionals will find several notable items in the auction catalog.

Featured units include:

• Hobart Beta-Mig 200 Welder
• Miller Dialarc HFP Welder
• Thermal Dynamics Arc Pak 3

In addition to welders, the auction includes shop compressors, cutting tools, and fabrication accessories.

Heavy Equipment and Trailers

While the focus of the auction is machinist and automotive equipment, several larger assets are also available.

Examples include:

• Caterpillar D7 Bulldozer
• Case 580 Backhoes (multiple models)
• 2016 Pace American Tandem Axle Enclosed Trailer
• Haulin Tandem Enclosed Trailer

These assets may appeal to contractors, property managers, and equipment operators throughout the Northeast.

Collector Vehicles and Unique Finds

Collectors and enthusiasts may also discover several unusual items among the catalog.

Highlights include:

• 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
• Packard Convertible
• 1957 Morgan 4 project car

Beyond vehicles, the auction includes vintage signage, gas pumps, railroad collectibles, and antique engines, adding a unique dimension to the event.

Hundreds of Lots of Shop Essentials

Beyond the headline equipment, the catalog contains hundreds of smaller items useful for machine shops and garages.

Buyers will find:

• Precision measuring tools
• Tooling and collets
• Vises and clamps
• Shop carts and storage cabinets
• Rigging equipment and chain
• Parts bins and shop organizers

For many bidders, auctions like this provide the opportunity to acquire large quantities of shop tools at competitive market pricing.

Why Online Auctions Work Well for Equipment

Equipment and industrial tool auctions often perform best through online-only bidding formats, which allow buyers to participate from anywhere.

Online auctions provide several advantages:

• Extended bidding windows
• Participation from across New England and nationwide
• Transparent competitive bidding
• Soft-close extensions to prevent last-second bidding tactics

This format allows machinists, mechanics, contractors, and collectors to bid strategically while reviewing the full catalog.

If you are new to the auction process, you can learn more through the THC blog:
👉 https://www.thcauction.com/blog

How to Participate in the Auction

Participating in an online auction is straightforward.

Step 1 – Register to Bid

Create an account on Proxibid.com , BidSpotter.com , or LiveAuctioneers.com (whichever the auction is listed for) and review auction terms.

Step 2 – Review the Catalog

Browse the full catalog and identify items of interest.

Step 3 – Attend the Preview (Optional)

Inspect equipment in person during the preview window.

Step 4 – Place Bids Online

Bidding remains open until the scheduled closing time.

Step 5 – Complete Payment & Pickup

Winning bidders complete payment and schedule item removal.

Full bidding details are available on the catalog page:
👉 https://www.proxibid.com/Thomas-Hirchak-Company/1721-Machinist-Automotive-Tools/event-catalog/292865

Final Thoughts

Auctions like this Machinist & Automotive Tools event offer a rare opportunity to access a large volume of shop equipment, industrial tools, and unique collectibles within a single auction catalog.

For machinists, automotive professionals, and fabrication businesses across Vermont, New Hampshire, and the broader Northeast, this sale provides both professional-grade machinery and everyday shop essentials.

Buyers are encouraged to review the catalog early, attend the preview if possible, and prepare bidding strategies ahead of the closing date.

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