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Has a little rust on the observation car as seen in pics.

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Loco has new wheels and ran when tested. An unusual mix of boxes but this is how the set came to us! Lionel Prewar Std/O Gauge 092 Switch Tower. If you are closer you can trust that the charges will be commensurately cheaper depending on distance. You pay what we pay. In most cases this eats up any combined discount and may result in the final price being more expensive than the sum of the original quoted prices. A nice accessory for your operating layout. Light socket is present. Please view the pictures carefully, they are the most important part of the description! Photographs should also supersede any written description! If there is a mistake on our part, we will accept a return on the item. As per TCA policy, the description applies to EXTERIOR COSMETIC condition only. Any comments found in the description pertaining to operation are provided as a courtesy to our customers. No warranties on mechanical or operational condition are expressed or implied. This may include, but is not limited to, motors, whistles, reverse units, and illumination systems. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.

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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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