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Used vintage condition. Tested – locomotive runs properly. Uncataloged Lionel prewar O gauge set, circa 1937. Original box is not included. Shows normal cosmetic wear from age and use. Vintage model should be cleaned and lubricated before regular operation. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition. Type: Steam locomotive set. Gauge: O Gauge. Tender: 1688W whistle tender. Cars included: 1673 Passenger, 1674 Combination, 1675 Observation. Vintage prewar electric train set. Made in USA. Please check all photos for condition and completeness before purchasing. If you have any questions or would like additional photos, please feel free to send a message.

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Lionel 027 1666 train set. From mid-1940s with tender car 2689w with a whistle. 1679 Baby Ruth Candy box car, Lionel NYC 6462 Black Gondola train car, Lionel Lines #2682 caboose train car. 22 pieces of O27 gauge tubular train track. Lionel Type UTC Universal Lockon. I couldn’t get the engine to operate.

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Included in this listing. Lionel #1684 steam locomotive. Lionel #1679 Baby Ruth boxcar. Lionel #1682 red caboose. Lionel #651 flat car with wood load. Original Lionel orange boxes shown in photos. Condition is used vintage/prewar. Boxes show age, creasing, tears, edge wear, and tape/repair wear. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition. The locomotive has not been fully serviced. It may need cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, or repair before regular operation. All items shown in the photos are included. No extra track, transformer, instructions, or accessories are included unless shown.

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Used vintage condition. Lot of 3 Lionel Lines passenger cars. No original boxes included. Paint wear, scratches, oxidation, and age-related wear present. Some couplers and/or small parts may be missing or incomplete. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition. Railroad: Lionel Lines. Type: Passenger Cars. Gauge: O Gauge. Country of Manufacture: USA. Quantity: 3 Passenger Cars. Please check all photos for condition, completeness, and details. If you have any questions or would like additional photos, please feel free to send a message.

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Up for consideration is a nice set of Vintage Metal Lionel Lines Pre War Tender 1689W 1121-C 1682 1679 1680 2677 Lot. Items are in good condition for age but have corrosion, staining, wear. The tender wire insulation underneath is worn off would need new wire soldered in its place or tape where it goes through frame-BUT the tender whistles! I took it apart and cleaned the brushes and armature, and oiled the shafts. The wheels/contacts have some corrosion and could be cleaned more, I just cleaned them enough to work. The switcher/controller is untested-the wire insulation is brittle, broken, exposed-would need new wiring, see photos.. My standard listing lingo, please read in its entirety. Any defects not mentioned in the description, but are visible in the photos, are deemed to have been disclosed. As with any vintage item, it may need cleaning/service to run perfectly and increase longevity. No low or half price offers will be accepted. No warranties/guarantees expressed or implied on this item.

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Vintage Lionel Pre-War Trolley car — Green # 253 – O Gauge — It is about 9 long one light is missing on top — I’m not an expert on this item, but otherwise it looks pretty good to me. PLEASE READ ENTIRE AD!! I Try Hard to describe all items as best as I can. Something looks missing to you, please ask. Please look at the pictures carefully. I try to show everything that I can. Sometimes I have a hard time answering. I will answer any questions and leave feedback as soon as I can. Pay after that, it. Will go out on the following Tuesday. If there is an emergency and you need it sent earlier. And I’ll do my best to get it out. The pictures in this ad are of the actual item you will receive. If you have any kind of problem, please let me know, I will do my best to make sure your experience is a.

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The Vintage Lionel 221 Steam Locomotive 221T Tender is a classic O gauge model train unit designed by the renowned brand Lionel in the United States. This black, 2-6-4 wheel configuration steam locomotive is crafted from steel and diecast materials, featuring analog control and a three-rail system. Perfect for collectors and hobbyists interested in transportation-themed model trains, this vintage piece is a ready-to-go addition to any existing rail system, making it a must-have for enthusiasts of vintage locomotives. Please see pictures as they are part of the description!

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Large vintage Lionel O Gauge train lot featuring a prewar Lionel 259E steam locomotive, tender, rolling stock, signals, accessories, and a substantial quantity of track. Lionel 259E steam locomotive. Log car with wood load. Railroad crossing sign and figure. Large quantity of straight and curved track sections. A great restoration project, parts source, or addition to a prewar Lionel collection. Locomotive, cars, accessories, and track show age-related wear, scratches, paint loss, oxidation, rust, and dust from storage. Completeness and functionality are unknown. Please review all photos carefully for condition and contents included in this lot.

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Condition : Items are from Estates that we have sourced from. We attempt to take good photos that tell the best condition of the item. Questions : Please feel free to check our feedback. And if you have any questions at all feel free to ask them, we try to respond within 24 hours.

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Works good going one way. Worn gear moves a little and is difficult to turn the opposite direction. Little super glue on shaft where the gear is would fix it. Our just leave it and run it clockwise. Does have old fake ballast under each track connection from a old model railroad. Looks great for original.

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