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Engine has been tested and cycle’s back and forth. Has roof pushed up on one end under lamp. Cars need a good cleaning. Remove paint on roofs.

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Pre-War Lionel Apple Green Train Set – 253E Engine + Passenger + Observer. 1x 253E Apple Green Engine. 2x 607 Apple Green Passenger Car. 1x 608 Apple Green Observer Car. All with original boxes.

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LIONEL PREWAR 296E SET W 253E LOCO & 600 SERIES PASS CARS. (2) 607 Loco. (1) 608 Loco. In working condition, does show some sign of scratches and paint chips. The Engine has a dent on roof. Otherwise in good prewar condition- given age. Make sure to check photos out as they are apart of description.

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This O Gauge Lionel 253E Electric Loco in Apple Green is a great addition to any model railroad enthusiast’s collection. With its vintage design and Reverse Prewar feature, this locomotive is sure to impress. The metal construction and Three-Rail System make it a durable and reliable choice for any rail system. The locomotive is powered by AC and has a gauge of O. It is made in the United States and has a vintage feel to it. This Lionel locomotive is perfect for anyone who is looking for a unique and reliable addition to their collection. This item came from a large estate collection. This item has been in storage for years and may need cleaned, lubricated and possibly minor repairs. It is a remarkable item with great patina.

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Exceptional original paint example without touch ups. Engine runs great but e-unit is purposely wired to run forward only.

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Enameled metal New Haven style electric loco is original apple green on 9 dark green frame. Loco made about 1934, has 3-position E-unit reverse, 253 on brass plates and remnants of “E” stamped on sides. Original finish is clean, has some roof edge wear, paint loss at 1 roof overhang, edge wear and some dullness on frame. Trim is brass, journals are copper, headlights are original, wiring also looks original. It has new light bulbs, diecast wheels are solid originals that roll fine. Latch is missing from 1 coupler. It ran and reversed a bit sticky when tested, got better with use. 1 PU roller is missing. Loco made for late version of North Shore Ltd set. All Items, including N. (new-old-stock), are graded and represented as vintage collectibles. Operational ability and characteristics or completeness of vintage motors, mechanisms, wiring, bulbs etc are not guaranteed. We do not guarantee coupler operation. We try to note any obvious missing parts, defects or restorations in the description. Results are from simple bench-testing to help determine if mechanism is intact. Digital photography may distort image. The item is straight unless noted otherwise in the listing. WHEN PURCHASING MULTIPLE ITEMS, PLEASE PLACE ALL ITEMS IN SHOPPING CART. Due to size, weight or shape, not all items can be combined. No one is perfect, so please communicate and allow us an attempt to resolve any issues within our policy prior to leaving feedback. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “jdpltd” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Brand: Lionel
• Power Type: AC
• Type: Electric Locomotive
• Rail System: Three-Rail System
• Color: Green
• Material: Metal
• MPN: 253E
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Gauge: O
• Vintage: Yes

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Enameled metal electric loco was made early 1930’s, has an E-unit reverse, looks original/complete, except for missing latch on 1 coupler. It is apple green with cream windows/vents, brass inserts with black lettering, brass trim, copper journals on dark green frame. Wheels are original, one has fatigue cracks and is preventing it from running, other 3 wheels look OK. It looks like original wiring, original cast lights with new bulbs. Finish has light dirt, wear mainly roof edges, there is a dent in roof monitor, corrosion on couplers and screws. It was bench-tested, reverse cycled and motor surged, tried to run, but bad wheel prevents it. Loco for North Shore Limited set. It should have an “E” rubber stamped on sides, but has worn off. All Items, including N. (new-old-stock), are graded and represented as vintage collectibles. Operational ability and characteristics or completeness of vintage motors, mechanisms, wiring, bulbs etc are not guaranteed. We do not guarantee coupler operation. We try to note any obvious missing parts, defects or restorations in the description. Results are from simple bench-testing to help determine if mechanism is intact. Digital photography may distort image. The item is straight unless noted otherwise in the listing. WHEN PURCHASING MULTIPLE ITEMS, PLEASE PLACE ALL ITEMS IN SHOPPING CART. Due to size, weight or shape, not all items can be combined. No one is perfect, so please communicate and allow us an attempt to resolve any issues within our policy prior to leaving feedback. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “jdpltd” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Gauge: O
• Brand: Lionel
• Material: Metal
• Color: Green
• Rail System: Three-Rail System
• Vintage: Yes
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Power Type: AC
• Type: Electric Locomotive
• MPN: 253E

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UP FOR SALE IS THIS SET OF LIONEL PREWAR. (2) 607 PASSENGER CARS. ALL IN NICE ORIGINAL CONDITION. SOME MINOR PAINT WEAR FROM USE AGE AND STORAGE. INCLUDING MORE VINTAGE LIONEL TRAINS. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “maryrn59″ 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, 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.

• State of Assembly: Ready to Go/Pre-built
• Color: Green
• Vehicle Type: Locomotive
• Material: Tin, metal
• MPN: 253E, 607, 608
• Scale: O
• Gender: Boys & Girls
• Modified Item: No
• Power Supply: AC
• Gauge: O
• Brand: Lionel
• Type: Electric Locomotive
• Control: Analog
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Grading: C-8 Very Good
• Train Operating Company: Lionel electric trains
• Vintage (Y/N): Yes

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LIONEL PREWAR 253E LOCO & 607, 608 PASSENGER CARS O GAUGE REPAINTED – WORKS. Set is in good repainted and working condition. Cars have working lights. Don’t miss out on this great addition for any collection. Be sure to look carefully at all of my photographs as they are part of the description too. Look my store for more items. Message with any questions. Thank you for looking. The item “LIONEL PREWAR 253E LOCO & 607, 608 PASSENGER CARS O GAUGE REPAINTED WORKS” is in sale since Thursday, September 16, 2021. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\O Scale\Locomotives”. The seller is “dkers1″ and is located in Zephyrhills, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• State of Assembly: Ready to Go/Pre-built
• Color: Green
• Vehicle Type: Locomotive
• Material: Tin, metal
• MPN: 253E, 607, 608
• Scale: O
• Gender: Boys & Girls
• Modified Item: No
• Power Supply: AC
• Gauge: O
• Brand: Lionel
• Type: Electric Locomotive
• Control: Analog
• Features: Light Function
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Grading: C-6 Very Good
• Train Operating Company: Lionel electric trains
• Vintage (Y/N): Yes

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