Probably neither. If you want to see tractors 'better than when the were new' they have not been restored properly! If the professional does the same as in the above case or just throws paint as a profession, but is only in it for the maximum profit, that may be rubbish or good. Restored to what? As new? As worked in the 1940s or 50s? To as they were when last used? Mechanically as well as visual?
Anyway, how can you tell at a rally, unless you believe everything you are told (some people do and some lie!)? Some people are ace at the mechanicals and some are ace at paintwork. Some are ace at telling the story of the machine. They all have their place and if someone does all the work except applying the paint, where do you put them in your narrow categories? From me - no chance of saying either of your options. Sorry.
In my view, any of these old tractors can tell a story. Just depends on circumstance. Better than new is someones favourite while as it is, 'but now running' is anothers. I do not care greatly as long as they are kept from the junker and are someones pride and joy.
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