- John Deere named one of the best global brands
- John Deere Iowa factory celebrates its 100th anniversary
- John Deere encourages children to carry on the tradition of farm life
- University expansion gives John Deere the chance to gain a new facility
- Illinois students become familiar with the most up-to-speed farming equipment
- A tractor museum in North Dakota features unique John Deere tractors
- John Deere antique clock keeps tabs on the company's dedication to farm life
- High school agriculture students get a sample of groundbreaking equipment
- John Deere plays its part in Perryville's Old Timers' Day event
- Renovations are being performed in Moline to maintain the John Deere heritage
Think pink: Ohio teen restores John Deere tractor
Posted by Green Fun Store on 8/23/2010
to Farm Lifestyle
But, when it comes to the final paint job, choosing the colors is a pretty easy decision, given the company's iconic green-and-gold color scheme. However, one Ohio teen took a different route, according to a recent report in the Morning Journal.
The Ohio newspaper said that Samantha Grills opted to go with a bright pink finish on her 1946 John Deere B. The machine was a gift from her father, who was diagnosed with brain cancer and passed away in February.
Grills' three older brothers each restored a tractor with the help of their father, Scott. However, his gift to Samantha came with the knowledge that he wouldn't be able to help her restore the John Deere.
"It was a family thing, my brothers were doing it and I just wanted to be part of it," Samantha told the paper.
The tractor is being featured in the Lorain County Fair, which started on Monday, August 23, and features a variety of farming events.