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Or handed down in the family and put up for sale. When I sell a item I go over it completely. Clean everything, make sure it run. And replace missing parts, and make sure you have a nice running train. I do spend the time and restore them if in really bad shape. My trains will run with all parts there. Some are completely restored. Want one that works I have them. Want one to work on there are a lot out there. This is a Lionel 260e engine and 260Tender, Black shells & Green frames. Restored engine, Switches F & R see video. I serviced and Cleaned all the trim. Replaced missing parts, Has newer style e-unit with the lever in the back coming down so you can use it if you w ant. Engine was competly gone over, many new parts, wheels, new e-unit, rewired, trucks rails. Some one broke off the hitch pin in the back for the tender. Then drilled a larger hole and put a screw in, that was not working. Had to drill and tap a new hole and put in a new pin. It now worked great with no problems. When I bought it, it needed work and missing parts. The engine did run so I serviced it. The tender looks like a old original or old restored tender that came with the engine. Camera shows it running slow. That is the camera. It run slow to really fast. I went over and cleaned all the brass and copper. New trucks, Added the missing side rods. I serviced it also. When tested ran OK. All parts where cleaned and polished that were original. Added new parts that were missing or damaged. What you see you will get. I had a lot of time and cost of parts in this set. Part are just not. Try to fined a good one. Anymore and when you find them they are very costly. Restore one and see. Any other questions please ask. Ee description & pictures. See pictures of it running. Very nice running or displaying engine. You will enjoy it. It is almost 90 YEARS OLD. Great Lionel Vintage/Antique Rarer type. So ask questions and look at the pictures. See pictures for this is the best description. I Will Do combine. I will answer the best I can. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.

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Original Prewar 260E Lionel O Gauge Motor Assembly with E-Unit. Signs of wear from normal use as best pictured. IF YOU HAVE ANY ISSUES REGARDING AN ORDER, PLEASE MESSAGE ME BEFORE OPENING A CASE. I usually answer emails MONDAY through FRIDAY. I take photos of the exact item that you will receive, unless stated otherwise. Please look at ALL of the pictures before purchasing an order. I try to match CURRENT cheaper price (I don’t match past prices). This item comes EXACTLY as pictured. NO other parts, hardware, packaging or accessories included.

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This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. This item functioned when tested however a clicking noise could be heard while this item was being run. There are light nicks and scratches on the surface of the shell and chassis. There are spots of paint loss and discoloration across the surface of the locomotive and tender. There is some discoloration on this item’s metal name plates. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Excellent. Trainz Product Id: 11397822. Lionel 260E Vintage O Prewar 2-4-2 Tinplate Steam Locomotive w/ 260T Tender EX. Here is a Lionel 260E Vintage O Prewar 2-4-2 Tinplate Steam Locomotive w/ 260T Tender from 1930-34. The engine is complete with all of the copper domes, railing and piping, full compliment of clean driver hardware, headlight, red firebox glow light and brass plates. It has a 3-position E-unit. The tender comes complete with black Type V stamped metal trucks and a latch coupler. Please see my pictures for additional features. All original: minute scratches and paint nicks; no rust or missing parts; no distortion of parts. 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. This item has been tested and operates as expected. The Trainz SKU for this item is 6012202. 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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The Lionel Prewar 260E & 260 Tender is a vintage O gauge steam locomotive set manufactured in the 1930s in the United States. This black-colored locomotive features a 2-4-2 wheel configuration and a metal cast frame/body tinplate construction. The set includes boxes and is ready to go, making it a great collector’s item for enthusiasts aged 17 years and up. The locomotive and tender are intricately designed with a three-rail system, perfect for those interested in transportation-themed model railroads.

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Or handed down in the family and put up for sale. When I sell a item I go over it completely. Clean everything, make sure it run. And replace missing parts, and make sure you have a nice running train. I do spend the time and restore them if in really bad shape. My trains will run with all parts there. Some are completely restored. Want one that works I have them. Want one to work on there are a lot out there. I have since quit working on them. Just servicing them until all are gone. Refurbished, Switches F & R see video. I serviced and Cleaned all the trim. Replaced missing parts, Has newer style e-unit. Rebuilt motor wheels etc. When I bought it, it needed work and missing parts. The engine did run so I serviced it. I installed a better new e-unit. Camera shows it running slow. That is the camera. It run slow to really fast. I went over and cleaned all the brass and copper. New trucks, Added the missing side rods. I serviced it also. When tested ran OK. All parts where cleaned and polished that were original. Added new parts that were missing or damaged. What you see you will get. I had a lot of time and cost of parts in this set. Part are just not. Try to fined a good one. Anymore and when you find them they are very costly. Restore one and see. Any other questions please ask. Ee description & pictures. See pictures of it running. Very nice running or displaying engine. You will enjoy it. It is almost 90 YEARS OLD. Great Lionel Vintage/Antique Rarer type. So ask questions and look at the pictures. See pictures for this is the best description. I Will Do combine. I will answer the best I can. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.

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LIONEL PREWAR 1930 ONLY O-GAUGE 260E LOCOMOTIVE W/TENDER CREAM STRIPE. This was only made in 1930 with the cream stripe. Tested – run good forward/reverse with working head and bottom lights. All locomotives, tenders, whistles, operating accessories, operating cars and mechanical parts must be serviced & lubricated before use. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PHOTOS ARE AN INTEGRAL AND A VERY IMPORTANT PART OF THIS LISTING. You NEED to “ZOOM IN”. And look closely at the photos. What you see is what you get. Thanks for your interest.

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This is in VG condition. There is some wear to the finish in spots on the engine and tender. This was only made in 1930 with the cream stripe. I just had it services and it runs great and the light works. This was kept in a spare Bedroom of an occupied home so it was in a climate-controlled environment. We believe in good old-fashioned customer service! We will respond to all inquiries within 24 hours, and work with you to resolve any matter! We will do everything we can to resolve the situation.

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Lionel #260E with 8 wheel Tender. The engine has a cream stripe that has an indent running in the middle. The tender has a solid cream stripe. This was only produced in 1930. This engine has been tested and run great. I don’t see any cracks or chips. My listing will be “as is” because I cannot guarantee a complete and accurate description. If you have any questions or want more pictures, please let me know.

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All Original Early First Run 1930 Only Lionel Prewar 260E with a Beautiful Original Cream Stripe! Locomotive is in Very Good “play condition” and has what’s left of an original Box. Will need servicing and adjusting if you plan to operate. Front trucks and trailing trucks will need minor adjusting. This is a 95 year old antique toy and it has not been tested. And play wear but non the less a scarce locomotive!

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This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good based on visual appearance. Both pieces have been repainted by the previous owner. The green is not the same shade as the original and there are visible brush marks in the black finish. One of the name plates is missing from the tender. This item displays light scratches and paint imperfections across the body and underframe. The paint is chipped in several spots across the surface of the item. The windings in the reverse unit are damaged preventing switching directions. The original box is not included. The instruction manual is not included. Overall condition is Very Good. Lionel 260E Vintage O Prewar 2-4-2 Tinplate Steam Loco w/ 260T Tender – Repaint. Here is a Lionel 260E Vintage O Prewar 2-4-2 Tinplate Steam Locomotive w/ 260T Tender from 1930-34. The engine is complete with all of the copper domes, railing and piping, full compliment of clean driver hardware, headlight, red firebox glow light and brass plates. It has a 3-position E-unit. The tender comes complete with black Type V stamped metal trucks and a latch coupler. Please see my pictures for additional features. Minor scratches and paint nicks, minor surface rust, no dents. 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 5797031. 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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