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Locomotive seems to be in good condition with all parts, but is not recently tested. Boxes all have wear/tears and lay flat, but add a bit of character and they are original. Locomotive and cars all in good shape! The Lionel Prewar O Gauge 252 Electric Loco and 2-607, 608 Lighted Passenger Car Set is a vintage toy train set manufactured by Lionel in 1926. This set includes an electric locomotive in peacock blue color, with a wheel configuration of 0-4-0 and made of tin material. The set is ready-to-go on a three-rail system with an analog control system, and it is designed for O gauge model railroads. This classic set appeals to collectors and enthusiasts of vintage model trains and locomotives, making it a valuable addition to any transportation-themed collection.

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Enhance your collection with this vintage Lionel 252 2-607 Pullman and 1-608 observation car set. Crafted with durable tin material, this peacock blue replica of a Pullman is a perfect addition for model railroad enthusiasts. Manufactured in 1930, this O gauge passenger car set is a classic piece of toy and hobby memorabilia. Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of history with these prewar Lionel cars.

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LIONEL PREWAR O GAUGE SET #296 ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVE 253 & 2-607, 608 PASSENGER CARS -NICE. Loco tested and works good both direction with 1 working headlight & 1 not. 1 Passenger car does not light up. All locomotives, tenders, operating accessories, operating cars and mechanical parts must be serviced & lubricated before use. Condition is very good – as seen in the pictures. Some wear, scratches, typical for this age of the trains.

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Offered for sale is this vintage Lionel electric locomotive set # 296 first released in 1924 with three passenger cars. The locomotive model is #253 and the passenger cars are #2-607 and #2-608. The set is in working order and is ready to use. It features an analog control system and light function. The locomotive is made of tin and metal with a peacock color. All window trim and doors are present. The wheel configuration is 0-4-0 and the gauge is O. This is a prewar model with a three-rail system. The set was made in the United States and is a great addition to any model railroad collection. Part of a static display for last 40+ years. This offer is from a discreet toy and toy train collector TCA and TTOS member.

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LIONEL PREWAR O GAUGE SET #296 ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVE 253 & 2-607, 608 PASSENGER CARS -NICE. Loco tested and works good both direction with working headlight. Passenger cars are lighted. All locomotives, tenders, whistles, operating accessories, operating cars and mechanical parts must be serviced & lubricated before use. Condition is very good – as seen in the pictures. Some wear, scratches, typical for this age of the trains. Look the photos to see the condition and exactly what you are purchasing. Here is very nice loco set. Would be a great addition to your collection! Look my store for more items. Message me with any questions. Thank you for looking.

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Some scuffs dings to items. Thanks for looking at my items. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Freight Cars”. The seller is “classic_jewelry” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, Korea, South, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Republic of, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Replica of: Pullman
• Brand: Lionel
• Type: Engine, Pullman & Observation
• Rail System: Lionel
• Year: Pre-war
• Color: Green / Orange
• MPN: 253, 607 & 608
• Material: Tin
• Gauge: O

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We just wanted to explain the reason for our current listings in the various following areas. Trains / Lionel, MTH, Williams, American Flyer etc. 258, 655, 2 – 607 & 608. With their boxes to Collect or Restore. NOTE: The Engine’s one wheel is. Deteriorating, there are 4 NEW repo replacement wheels. Item did work at one time. It is untested / it may be defective, missing items, arrive broken or need to be repaired or restored to make it function. Items that may be from 100+ yrs. Old to only 1 yr. There are no warranties expressed or implied that the item will work / is defective, missing items, arrive broken or need to be repaired or restored to make it function. THANK YOU for considering this item! The item “Vintage Lionel Pre-War 258, 655, 2-607 & 608 Pass. Car Set to Collect or Restore” is in sale since Sunday, September 19, 2021. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\O Scale\Locomotives”. The seller is “da-bird1″ and is located in Lancaster, Ohio. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Gender: All
• Power Supply: AC
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Material: Pressed Steel
• Type: Steam Locomotive
• Features: Light Function
• Year: 1930’s
• Color: Multi-Color
• MPN: 258, 655, 607, 608
• Vehicle Type: Passenger Set
• Gauge: O
• Age Level: 17 Years & Up
• Train Operating Company: N/A
• Brand: Lionel
• Grading: N/A
• Recommended Age Range: Adult
• Control: Analog

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