$300-350.
I’m starting to see prices come down as summer arrives. I’ve seen them selling from $250-$300 for pretty nice examples. Patience is the key. And luck.
Jim
There are 2 right now that hhave my interest. One has a direct purchase price of $300 but the seller is entertaining best offers as well. I’m waiting for more photos before making an offer.
The other is a real beauty that presently has a bid of $255 with 2 days left. My gut tells me that the bidding on this one will get out of control and out of my price range, but who knows.
Jim, I’m taking your advice, stick with the 1950 - 54 versions (die-cast trailing truck, 2 screw collector assembly…) and be patient. I’m seeing more and more of these being offered so one will come my way.
Mike
Good luck, Mike. I looked and didn’t see the buy it now one you are talking about. I did see a nice, clean 736 loco and box for a buy it now of $250.
Jim
Jim,
The $300 736 has a 2046 tender, it was there this morning (the seller is from MA), unless someone went for it since then. The other is a straight auction, as of this morning the bid was $255. it too had a 2046 tender. If I find it when I get home I’ll send you the link so if you don’t mind you can give me your opinion.
There are a couple of 736 engines without tenders and I do remember one at $250. If the spirit moves you send me the link so I can take a look and see if it is the one I’m referring to.
I really do appreciate your time and opinion. Your 736 expertise is well know!
Mike
Jim,
I sent you a pm, I hope you don’t mind.
Mike
Mike, I got the PM and saw the auctions. Without better photos, I’d recommend not going for that buy it now Berk. The other one is ok.
Jim