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This partially restored train features a two tone brown & ivory color scheme and comes in its original box. As a part of the Lionel Standard Gauge collection, this model car is a sought-after piece for collectors and train enthusiasts alike. With its historical significance and nostalgic charm, it would make a valuable addition to any model railroad display.

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For sale – Ca. 1930 Pre-War Lionel No. 253 Locomotive and 3 Cars w/Accessories Train Set with Original Box. Included are the No. 253 Locomotive, 2 – No. 607 Pullman Cars, 608 Observation Car, Track, Couplings, Sign, and Transformer. Original box is included. Photos are part of the description. Check out my other vintage items, including publications, cameras, games and vintage toys. We do our best to describe items accurately. We do not claim to be experts or know the history of individual items. Buyers are always welcome to request additional information or pictures.

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Figures are as nice as will be found some 90 years since being made. Box shows wear but is still v. Good to excellent for it’s age. Make you best offer! Great addition to any collection or upgrade.

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Lionel three cars (2) #610 and #612 Pullman and observation. With box, with signs of age. Please use my pictures as a part of description.

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Prewar 263E steam locomotive with original box. This locomotive is in EX condition. Nice color and nickel trim. Average imperfections on the boiler showing average play wear. Spoked drivers, directional control on the fly, operating headlight and firebox light. Locomotive ran perfectly when testing. Smooth transition from F/N/R. Headlight and firebox lights work. The box is EX. One side flap missing, large cover flap present. Original inspection tag included. Lionel manufactured these locomotives in the late 1930’s. Please see photos as they are the best description. NOTE: I leave feedback 24-48 hours after feedback is left for me. I use ground advantage which I find reliable and the least expensive of all options. Packages typically arrive as quick as Priority. If, in the rare event, there is a problem, please message me first. 99.9 % of the time I can resolve any issues. Additionally, I take pride in packaging my items and use quality bubble wrap, static free peanuts, and quality boxes with my items. I do all of my packaging myself. Thank you for looking at my auctions and good luck!

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Up For Sale Is A Lionel Prewar O Gauge 296 Electric Locomotive Set – 253 – 607 – 607 – 608 With set Box. Lionel 296 Electric Locomotive Set – 253 0-4-0 Electric Locomotive (Tested – Sporadically Runs) – 607 Pullman Passenger Car – 607 Pullman Passenger Car – 608 Observation Car – 296 Set Box. Engine Is In USED Condition – Paint Has Chips On The Roof – Showing Paint Blotches/Wear Around Body – Wheels Have Cracking – Couplers Have Rust. Both 607 Pullman Passenger Cars – USED Condition – Paint Blotches/Wear – Scratches On Roof – Couplers Have Rusting. 608 Observation Car – USED Condition – Has Paint Blotches/Wear – Scratches & Chipping On Roof – Couplers Have Rusting. Comes With The Original 296 Set Box – Set Box Is In USED Condition – Has been repaired. Repair On The Inner Part Of The Outer Cardboard (Tape On The Corners – Pictured) – Cardboard Has Wear & Ripping. Feel Free To Ask Any Questions – If You Want Additional Photos Or Details About This Set Please Message Us! We Have Described This Item To The Best Of Our Ability. However, This Is A Used Item And Some Imperfections May Not Show Up In Photos. WE are not responsible if you do not ask for more pictures or details about the item if you have concerns or cannot see everything.

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Condition: Very Good condition. Box / Condition: Original BOX. Missing one long flap. Description: Lionel Prewar Standard Gauge No. Roof looks to have a curve in side photo but is just odd light. Few nicks or chips but corner of roof has paint damage. All trim, trucks, decoration appears original. No rust or corrosion. Red body, red roof. Nickel trim with nickel journals, nickel nameplates. Photos: These are photos of the actual item unless noted on the photo. I’ve tried to show the condition as best I could in the photographs, however the photos can’t cover every square inch in magnified detail. Please examine the photos carefully. Not all items can efficiently packed together due to size and/or shape. Feedback: We appreciate your leaving Feedback and we will do the same for you. Due to sales volume we leave Feedback about every one to two weeks. We will usually respond within 24 Hours. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Freight Cars”. The seller is “sherwinski” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Caboose
• Year Manufactured: 1937
• Vintage: Yes
• MPN: 217
• Gauge: Lionel Standard Gauge
• Brand: Lionel

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Lionel Prewar Standard Train set 350 LOCOMOTIVE #8 & 2 PASSENGER CAR W/box. Box shows signs of age and has severe discoloration as well as a torn spot see pics. Engine shows signs of wear and has a broken wheel. Passenger cars show signs of wear. Includes 8 pieces of curved track. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “ceconsignments” 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, 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, 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, Philippines, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands.

• Brand: Lionel
• Type: Electric Locomotive
• MPN: 350
• Control System: Analog
• Gauge: Standard

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