Don’t try to paint me as heartless, okay, because you don’t want to go there.
Number one, I don’t make the rules here.
Number two, this post is far, far more than a simple request asking for information on how to dispose of such items.
Number three, the “no selling” rules do not make distinctions or exceptions based on “why.”
Number four, disposing of an estate is one of the main reasons vintage trains are put on the market these days.
And five, her name is signed “Jenny” not “Penny.”
Ted Maurer runs all sorts of train auctions. Both toy trains and real stuff. Online at http://www.maurerail.com/
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Hey BigZit, BLOW IT OUT YOUR *** and to keep the rest of this thread civil, my email is johnlong94@aol.com if you have something to say to me.
Jenny, since you are looking for help in evaluating your trains and not selling them, your post is welcome here.
The trains you listed are fairly common but have value. Track, figures, buildings aren’t worth much. Lionel operating accesories are of value. Condition, condition, condition are the three rules when it comes to value and the value practically doubles between very good and excellent condition. Follow the warmer advice and get a price guide. Preferably the big one. It tells you how to grade your trains conditionwise and tells you of variations that may add a premium. Do searches on Ebay and see what you have ends up selling for. If you want to sell it all as a lot, expect to get 60% of full value because the buyer will only want a few pieces for himself that he is looking for and sell the rest.
What you liste
I offered to provide what help I can. I look forward to seeing the list.
Sorry, 3railguy, my fault. I can’t top you there. You win.