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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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The Lionel r 229 Engine with 1689T Tender is a vintage model train engine produced by Lionel in the United States during the 1940s. This ready-to-go steam locomotive features a classic black color with a 2-4-2 wheel configuration, perfect for collectors and train enthusiasts. The diecast material and 1:48 scale add to the authenticity of this analog-controlled engine, making it a valuable addition to any model railroad collection. I would say the engine in in excellent condition. The Tender is in VG condition. IT was serviced, lubricated, tested and runs well both directions. The e- unit works properly. The tender is not a whistle tender, has a T not W designation. 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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The Lionel Prewar No. 225E & 2235W Diecast Tender is a vintage model train accessory that dates back to 1938. Made of diecast material in black color, this tender is designed for use with steam locomotives on a three-rail system. With a scale of 1:48 and analog control system, this tender is a ready-to-go piece that is perfect for collectors or hobbyists interested in transportation-themed model railroads. This prewar tender from Lionel is a great addition to any vintage train collection, especially for those looking for pieces that are close to C-7 serviced condition. Close to C-7 Condition. Some minor wear and scuff on the engine and tender. Runs well both directions. Serviced, cleaned lubricated and tested. The steps on the tender are slightly bent but no broken steps.

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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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Overall the item is in good physical condition. I rewired it and oiled the whistle motor. I don’t notice any issues. The shell is in good condition. No cracks or breaks. Customer ordered the wrong product or just don’t want it. DO NOT OPEN THE ITEM IF YOU ARE GOING TO RETURN IT! Must be in original box unopened with no damage to the package or packaging (we need to be able to resell that product as new). Items must be in “new, unaltered and unused condition”. Do not tape anything to the item. That is 20% of the items price you paid. Wrong item sent or defective product. If we make a mistake by sending you the wrong item or you get a defective product we will make it right at no cost to you.

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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. Very nice refurbished and serviced antique. Vintage 248 Black Electric Loco. Came from a estate sale original owners. It need some really extensive work. Painted the shell and frame, They were really rough and well played with over the years. Lots of cleaning, Missing light I installed a new one. I replace the wheels. New light bulb and several new screws. I did service and lubed the engine and replaced one damaged gear. See video of it running. I cleaned, serviced it and test run it. Vintage/Antique Lionel 248 Prewar 0-4-0 Electric engine. 248 runs in forward only. See VIDEO of it running. THE Description is the pictures. I went over it and serviced it. Check out the pictures. See pictures for best description. Ead light that work. Look at the pictures and ask questions. Thank you for looking READ MY FEEDBACK. See pictures for this is the best description. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.

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I bought this awhile ago and it still in the condition I was when I bought it. Didn’t have a tender. All I did to this engine was serviced it. Added missing trucks and cow catcher. Look pretty much original. Bought the tender and serviced the whistle. It worked was missing the front casting so I installed a new one. So there it is. Camera shows it running slow. That is the camera. It run slow to really fast. Any other questions please ask. See 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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I bought this motor awhile ago and it still in the condition I was when I bought it. Been sitting around and I do not need it. So there it is. See picture running in both direction. I did service it. Camera shows it running slow. That is the camera. It run slow to really fast. Any other questions please ask. See description & pictures. 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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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. Nice old 153 prewar 1920’S Lionel, I bought it as original from e-bay and needed servicing. Did not run no light or bell. Like I tell everyone these 90+ year old antiques may have been redone many years ago. I believe Original decals. Runs in one direction only. Runs now but being that old no guarantees if will no have problems some day. What you see you will receive. Vintage/Antique Lionel 153 Prewar 0-4-0 Electric engine.. See Video of it running. I do not sell untested engines. Everything I sell has been serviced and runs. Some one asked me about sparks under the engines when running. If you add a few drops of oil to the side of the roller they will make better contact and not spark. Runs slow to fast speed. See last pictures of it running. Lubed, Over 90 years old. Check out the pictures. See pictures for best description. Ead light that work. Look at the pictures and ask questions. Just trying to get the oldies back in service, I charge what I pay and very little of my time if any in the pricing. Thank you for looking READ MY FEEDBACK. See pictures for this is the best description. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.

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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. Original shell and frame Motor need rewired and wheels. Cleaned up the rails, bell and front light. Vintage/Antique Lionel 153 Prewar 0-4-0 Electric engine.. See Video of it running. Video is slower than actual running. I do not sell untested engines. Everything I sell has been serviced and runs. Some one asked me about sparks under the engines when running. If you add a few drops of oil to the side of the roller they will make better contact and not spark. Runs slow to fast speed. See last pictures of it running. Lubed, Over 90 years old. Check out the pictures. See pictures for best description. Ead light that work. Look at the pictures and ask questions. Just trying to get the oldies back in service, I charge what I pay and very little of my time if any in the pricing. Thank you for looking READ MY FEEDBACK. See pictures for this is the best description. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.

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