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Loco has original wheels, not warped, one of which is a little loose on axle but runs just fine. Runs in both directions, headlights switch with direction. Boxes are square and strong, water stains on main box. Missing the baggage car box.

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AMERICAN FLYER PREWAR ENGINE 3323? RUNS GOOD FORWARD AND BACKWARDS SURFACE RUST. ON DRIVE ROD OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION. IF YOU KNOW THE RIGHT NUMBER LET ME KNOW. Thanks for stopping at my listing annie.

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American Flyer Pre War Standard Gauge 4000 Locomotive and 2 Passenger Cars Engine Tested Runs Very Good Conditiom.

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AMERICAN FLYER ORIGINAL PREWAR O GAUGE TINPLATE No. 231 COALING STATION “RARE”. 231 COALING STATION, MADE IN 1935-36, O / O27 GAUGE, RARE VERY HARD TO FIND ITEM, IN 45+ YEARS COLLECTING PRE & POSTWAR GAUGE TRAINS, THIS IS THE FIRST I HAVE SEEN. This American Flyer No. 231 coaling station, which is a tin lithographed item, was introduced in 1935 and was included in ONLY THREE cataloged sets of that year and TWO uncataloged sets of 1936. MEANING NOT MANY OF THESE WERE MADE, another interesting note about the coaling station is that it was NEVER cataloged for separate sale and the only reference I have seen to its number of No. 231 is on the “COPY” of the original operating instructions(that’s included in sale). The coaling station is very simple to assemble and operate, one just has to slide the legs in the slots on the side and put track through the legs to assemble it, and then pull the lever to release the chute, the movable portion of the roof (which coincidentally is the same piece of metal as a 500 series American Flyer caboose cupola roof), slides to reveal an opening to which the unit can be loaded and the lever on the end releases the chute to unload it the three black what I believe are marbles??? Are included in sale. WHAT SEE IN THE PICTURE IS WHAT YOU RECEIVE SO CAREFULLY EXAMINE THE PICTURES PROVIDED TO AFFIRM CONDITION. I HAVE TRIED TO REPRESENT THIS ITEM AS FAIRLY AND ACCURATELY AS POSSIBLE.

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Beautiful display of prewar craftsmanship. The copper accents really make this locomotive look handsome.

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AMERICAN FLYER 587 PREWAR O GAUGE BLOCK SIGNAL W/ BOX – NICE!! ALL ORIGINAL VINTAGE AMERICAN FLYER 587 PREWAR O GAUGE BLOCK SIGNAL W/ BOX. HERE IS AN ORIGINAL PREWAR O GAUGE BLOCK SIGNAL MADE BY AMERICAN FLYER. THIS ITEM WAS UNTESTED. IT COMES WITH BOX. SEE ALL PHOTOS FOR ACTUAL CONDITION. THERE IS VERY LITTLE PLAYWEAR EVIDENT ON THIS PIECE SUCH AS NICKS, OXIDATION, RUBS, SCRATCHES, PAINT LOSS, ETC AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTOS. PHOTOS FOR ACTUAL CONDITION WHICH LOOKS TO BE IN VERY NICE TO EXCELLENT CONDITION GIVEN IT’S AGE. THIS ITEM COMES WITH BOX.. THIS PIECE WILL BE A FINE ADDITION TO YOUR TOY OR TRAIN COLLECTION AS WELL AS MAKING FOR A FINE ADDITION TO YOUR TOY TRAIN LAYOUT OR CHRISTMAS DISPLAY. YOU MAY SEE SOMETHING ELSE THAT YOU WOULD LIKE AS WELL. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ALL SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. YOU ALL ENJOY, TAKE CARE, AND HAVE A GREAT DAY! PLEASE SEE ALL PHOTOS AS THEY DEPICT THE ACTUAL CONDITION. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. ALL ITEMS ARE PACKED CAREFULLY TO ENSURE A SAFE RECEPTION AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE ON YOUR END. ALL PACKAGES ARE TRANSPORTED DAILY ASAP TO POST OFFICE, UPS, ETC TO ENSURE A FASTER ARRIVAL AT YOUR DESTINATION. UPON RECEIVING YOUR ITEM, PLEASE POST POSITIVE, EXCELLENT 5-STAR FEEDBACK IN ALL CATEGORIES FOR ME SO THAT I KNOW THAT YOU RECEIVED EVERYTHING ALRIGHT, OR LET ME KNOW OTHERWISE ASAP. FEEDBACK WILL BE POSTED FOR YOU ONCE YOUR FEEDBACK HAS BEEN RECEIVED. PLEASE LOOK AT MY OTHER FINE ITEMS AND KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR PLENTY MORE TO COME. YOU ALL TAKE CARE AND HAVE A GREAT DAY!

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Prewar American Flyer 4687 Locomotive w/3 Cars. RARE & HUGE & HEAVY.

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This Lionel Pre War Tinplate Steam Engine and Tender, along with three other cars, is a true gem for any toy and hobby enthusiast or model railroad and train collector. The locomotive corporate roadname, is painted in a classic black color, and boasts a 2-4-2 wheel configuration. The set also includes a tender for added authenticity and features, making it a unique addition to any O Gauge collection.

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Vintage American American Flyer prewar 4687 Presidents special s. This wonderful four piece set measures 76 inches at full length. Each piece measures approximately 18 inches long. The Engine weighs around 6 pounds. Annapolis and West Point labeled trains indicate a US Military theme, hence the President’s Special title. The train has not been run since my father-in-law bought it in the early 90’s, when he bought it in operational condition. But with full disclosure, we have not run it since, but we have no reason to believe there are any defects with the mechanical components. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “kaitlyn.kirchhausen” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Power Type: AC
• Color: Blue
• Replica of: AF Std
• Wheel Configuration: 4-4-4
• Material: Pressed Steel
• Year Manufactured: 1927
• Scale: Std
• MPN: Presidential
• Control System: Analog
• Gauge: Lionel Standard Gauge
• Vintage: Yes
• Brand: American Flyer
• Type: Electric Locomotive
• Rail System: 3-Rail-3-Conductor
• Corporate Roadname: AF
• Features: Limited Edition

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American Flyer 4671 PreWar Wide Standard Gauge. American Flyer Lines Tender for 4670 & 4692 Steam Locomotive. We 100% stand behind our products. Thank you for shopping with us. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “bluebonnet_sales” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Material: Brass, Steel, Tin
• Scale: 1:32
• Control System: Analog
• Type: Tender
• Features: Painted
• Rail System: Three-Rail System
• Color: Black
• Vintage: Yes
• MPN: 4671, 4670
• Power Type: AC
• Gauge: Lionel Standard Gauge
• Corporate Roadname: American Flyer Lines
• Brand: American Flyer
• Time Period Manufactured: 1930-1939
• Wheel Configuration: 4-4

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