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Condition : Items are from Estates that we have sourced from. We attempt to take good photos that tell the best condition of the item. Questions : Please feel free to check our feedback. And if you have any questions at all feel free to ask them, we try to respond within 24 hours.

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Standard Gauge electric locomotive from the prewar era. This locomotive is in very clean cosmetic condition for its age. The paint and finish appear to be original, and the body is clean with no obvious major damage visible. The Lionel and “402” side emblems are intact, and the wheels and frame are also very clean The locomotive has not been tested recently because I do not have the proper track or transformer. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.

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This product is a vintage Pre-War Ives Wide Gauge Electric Locomotive from around 1922, with cars and track included. The locomotive, manufactured by IVES/ Lionel engine in the United States, operates on a wide gauge track and is themed around transportation. It is a rare find for collectors and hobbyists interested in model railroads and trains, specifically from the pre-war era. This is not my set. This unit is very heavy. The engine is made out of partial cast-iron.

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This lot includes the 1689E steam locomotive, matching passenger cars, tender, original transformer, original boxes, and instruction sheet as shown. The locomotive and cars display well with expected cosmetic wear from age, including paint wear, scratches, and signs of use. The original boxes have heavy shelf wear, tears, crushed corners, and missing end flaps in places. The transformer has not been tested. 1689E Steam Locomotive Lionel Lines Tender Lionel No. 1690 Passenger Car Lionel No. 1691 Observation Car Lionel Transformer Original Lionel boxes Original instruction sheet/manual Condition Notes: Untested Cosmetic wear consistent with age Paint chips and scratches present Boxes show significant wear and damage Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description. Item Specifics: Brand: Lionel Gauge: O Gauge Type: Passenger Train Set Material: Tinplate/Metal Vintage: Yes Power: Electric Color: Black/Red Country/Region of Manufacture: United States.

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33 New York Central Lines Electric Locomotive. Original vintage Lionel No. 33 electric locomotive in olive green with New York Central Lines markings. This locomotive has been carefully stored for many years and is being offered in good vintage condition. Original olive green finish. New York Central Lines markings. Good overall vintage condition. Small dent/crease along one edge of the roof. Normal scratches, paint wear, and age-related cosmetic wear. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description. This locomotive has not been tested by me. According to the previous owner, it operated before being placed into long-term storage.

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33 New York Central Lines Electric Locomotive. Original vintage Lionel No. 33 electric locomotive in olive green with New York Central Lines markings. This locomotive has been carefully stored for many years and is being offered in good vintage condition. Original olive green finish. New York Central Lines markings. Good overall vintage condition. Small dent/crease along one edge of the roof. Normal scratches, paint wear, and age-related cosmetic wear. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description. This locomotive has not been tested by me. According to the previous owner, it operated before being placed into long-term storage.

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Offered is a vintage Lionel prewar O-gauge passenger train set consisting of a Lionel 1689E steam locomotive, matching Lionel Lines tender, two No. 1690 passenger coaches, one No. 1691 observation car, and 14 pieces of O-gauge track (10 curved and 4 straight). This train set has been stored for many years and has not been tested, due to lack of transformer. Lionel 1689E steam locomotive. 10 curved O-gauge track sections. 4 straight O-gauge track sections. The locomotive, tender, passenger cars, and track are all in original vintage condition with expected wear from age and use. Paint shows scratches, chips, and wear consistent with a train set that is approximately 85 years old. The passenger cars retain attractive original lithography and display well. Please examine all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the item’s overall condition.

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The product is a rare Lionel prewar 2245W coal tender in O gauge, manufactured in 1938. This diecast tender is designed in black color and features a vintage appeal. This collectible item is perfect for model railroad enthusiasts looking to add a unique and valuable piece to their collection.

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LIONEL #257 Steam Locomotive, Early 1930’s Vintage, Prewar Original Untested. Please see the pictures for further description and feel free contact me with any questions. Estate find, has not been played or tested.

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