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This item has been graded per TCA standards C-5: Good based on visual appearance. The locomotive, cars, and vestibule pieces have very thick spots of rusting that have eaten away some spots of the original finish. The locomotive, cars, and vestibules each show heavy rusting and paint loss throughout the shell and chassis. The locomotive, cars, and vestibules show heavy scratches and spots of paint loss throughout various sections of the shell and chassis. The locomotive, cars, and vestibules show heavy rust throughout various sections of the chassis and trucks. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Lionel 752E Vintage O Prewar Union Pacific M10000 Streamliner Set. This is the famous Lionel Union Pacific M10000 Streamliner Set from the 1930s. When introduced in 1934, this set broke new ground for Lionel. It was the first model of a diesel-powered train Lionel ever produced, and it was scale length. The set’s extreme length means that it will only run on curves 72 inches in diameter or larger. The set includes a powered unit and non-powered trailing cars. A great addition to any Lionel collection. The locomotive features metal construction, a motor, an operating headlight, an operating whistle, and metal wheels. The non-powered cars features metal construction, interior illumination, and metal wheels. Overall condition is Good. It is either untested or was confirmed as non-functional. Signs of play wear, scratches, minor paint loss. Small dents, minor rust. Evidence of heavy use. Standards for all toy train related accessory items apply to the visual appearance of the item and do not consider the operating functionality of the equipment. Condition and Grading Standards are subjective, at best, and are intended to act as a guide. The Trainz SKU for this item is 6235816. Trainz Product Id: 11401881. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including but not limited to lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please note, after seven days our systems may automatically re-list unpaid items. Learn more by reviewing our policies. Explain why the item does not meet your expectations and how you would like us to handle the issue. If your item has been damaged try to include a photograph of the actual damages. We’ll do our absolute best to make you happy. Make sure to include your contact and order information when you return your items. Contacting Trainz provides us a chance to resolve your issue while allowing you to keep the item. O Scale 2 Rail.

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LIONEL Prewar O Gauge 254 Locomotive Engine Green Vintage Color. Tested and does not run.

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Peacock 10E in Original Play Condition with Orange Stripe, Green Frame & Bild-A-Loco Motor. Locomotive has Original Wheels, Headlights, Wiring and Runs Great! Original Oil stickers on bottom of cars. Set is a complete non put together set. Don’t miss out on this Scarce Hard To Find DSS set in Original Running Condition! Please see all photos for your best description.

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Tested and runs great in both directions. Has some wiring redone. And maybe a little touch up on the paint on the side.

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I’ve had these post war madison cars for a bit and never ran them myself. Paint and lettering is still very nice, two of the three have been re-wired and light up. A spring is missing on one door. I believe I ordered the part and can throw that in if I can find it. Please see pictures for condition as they are part of the description. These are vintage items and are not perfect. Please let me know if you have any questions.

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Lionel Prewar Standard Gauge, High Grade, 33, 35 & 36 Set, Boxes, Scarce BCH. Please take a close look at the photos and you decide condition! But it looks beautiful and runs. The Photos Are The Description. See my other auctions or visit our Store..

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Single motor Prewar Lionel Standard Gauge No 42 electric locomotive with “New York Central Lines” and red trim. 42 appears all original, produced between 1913 and 1918, and has a Type III reverse with Lionel MFG emboss We had this on display only. If intention is to operate, it will need service. Glad to answer questions and provide additional information. Photos are the best description.

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The product is a set of three Lionel Prewar O Gauge Tinplate Passenger Cars, featuring a multicolor design made of brass and tin. These vintage cars are ready to go and have a 1:48 scale, ideal for collectors aged 17 years and up. With a classic transportation theme, these passenger cars belong to the Lionel franchise and are part of the 3-Rail-2-Conductor rail system, perfect for model railroad enthusiasts looking to expand their collection with a piece of history. All three cars are well kept with some cosmetic wear as illustrated in the pictures. I believe they are repainted. Please see illustrated pictures for conditions of the items No original boxes. Thank you for looking and have a nice day!

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