Lionel Conrail
Posted in Uncategorized on 04/12/2006 01:51 am by admin
Lionel Conrail
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 LIONEL 27451NS HERITAGE CONRAIL UNIBODY TANK CAR  US $56.99
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 Lionel New 6 19738 6417 Conrail N5c Caboose US $55.00
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 Lionel New 6 17624 Conrail E V caboose 6900 US $80.00
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 New Lionel 6 28409 Conrail Rail Bonder US $70.00
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 Lionel Conrail Searchlight Car US $13.06
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 Lionel 18238 SD 70 Conrail CMD US $299.00
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 Vintage Lionel 9400 CONRAIL BOX CAR 9700 Series NIB US $20.97
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 LIONEL 34606CONRAIL GP 30 CONVENTIONAL US $309.99
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There are many people, young and old, who want to know where to find antique toy trains. Collecting these trains is one of the most enduring passions in man's history. Over a century ago, mankind witnessed the birth of locomotives, railway machines that first carried freight and then people to different places. Locomotives changed human transportation in many ways, and over the years they have become endeared to children and adults alike in the form of model trains.
Model trains were first manufactured around the same time the first passenger line raced through the tracks, just after the dawn of the new century in the 1900's. Many toy companies emerged around that time, many of which focused on giving their customers the best model trains in the market. Many toy train enthusiasts these days want to know where to find antique because the earliest designs were rather impressive for their time, proof that our ancestors knew their craft well. Antique toy trains are also a sight to behold; no doubt they bring a sense of nostalgia - and a well-earned reverence for the beautiful things of the past. Early editions of model trains would certainly make a grand addition to any toy train collection.
The best place where to find antique toy trains would be in online shops, particularly eBay, which is a hotspot for vintage finds. Many people sell their old stuff over the Internet, and you can bet some of these include toy trains. It is also more convenient to look for antique toy trains online because of the convenience the Internet provides. You won't have to leave your house and go from one museum to another in search of private collections; with just clicks of your mouse, you can find old models that have been put up for sale.
Fred Roller is a retired salesman who grew up in Central Pennsylvania where his father was a steam engineer on the Pennsy, Penn Central, Conrail and then Amtrak. He lived near the tracks and has been active in the hobby since 1950 when he received his first train for Christmas. Fred welcomes you to visit his blog at http://modeltrainhobby.org to view articles of interest to all model railroaders and to add your comments.
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Lionel LIO29281 Post Merger Boxcars $102.26 Consists of two different box cars: Conrail-Central new Jersey (red); Conrail-Lehigh Valley (white). Realistic Post-Merger overstamped markings. The length is 10 ¼ in. for minimum radius O-27 3 rail track. Great item for railroad history, significate to paint over the previous roadname. Very collectible. Mint in individual boxes which are packed in original master box, which is packed in original shipping brown carton. Never on display. Issued in 1999 catalog. |
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Lionel $29.99 Liv & Flo Lionel - Framed Art Print |
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Lionel Richie $6.49 Lionel Richie |
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Spirit Of Conrail Vintage Mug by CafePress $15 The Spirit Of Conrail is No Longer in Service Vintage Mug The perfect size for your favorite morning beverage or late night brew. Large, easy-grip handle. Treat yourself or give as a gift to someone special. Measures 3.75 tall, 3 diameter. Dishwasher and microwave safe. |
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Lionel Messi $99.99 Lionel Messi - Wall Decal |
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Lionel Barrymore $7.99 Lionel Barrymore - Photo |
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Lionel Stander $7.99 Lionel Stander - Photo |
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Lionel Jeffries $7.99 Lionel Jeffries - Photo |
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Lionel Ritchie $7.99 Lionel Ritchie - Photo |
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Bachmann Williams BAC60702 Ho Gp35 Diesel Conrail $78.1 Conrail 2269 DCCEquipped EMD GP35. With these easy to use and affordable locomotives you can digitally control speed lighting and direction. Compatible with all NMRAcompliant DCC systems. A roadnumber variation of this model is shown for illustration purposes. |
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Conrail Freight Engineer Jim Metzger Standing on Train Cab in Rail Yard $79.99 Ted Thai Conrail Freight Engineer Jim Metzger Standing on Train Cab in Rail Yard - Premium Photographic Print |
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S P Whistle Stop 11107 Conrail 1991 $62.78 Compatible with any HO scale track and equipment. Plastic body shell painted blue. Quality print: Conrail Conrail logo 1991. Eightwheel drive. Blackened metal wheels. Black trucks with realistically molded sideframes. Plastic steps and railings. Clear plastic windows. Full rivet latch and louver detailing. Working knuckle couplers. Includes exploded parts view. Length: 8 (20.3cm). Width: 13/8 (3.5cm). Height: 2 (5.1cm). |
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Spirit Of Conrail Vintage Kids Baseball Jersey by CafePress $23 The Spirit Of Conrail is No Longer in Service Vintage Kids Baseball Jersey Our 100% cotton Baseball Jersey is a sporty hit with boys and girls whether yoursquo;re in the game or just looking the part in great run-around casual-wear. Choose red, blue or black sleeves.6.1 oz. 100% heavyweight cotton. Standard fit |
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Bachmann Williams BAC60306 Ho Gp40 Diesel Loco DCC Conrail $78.1 Conrail DCCEquipped EMD GP40. With these easy to use and affordable locomotives you can digitally control speed lighting and direction. Compatible with all NMRAcompliant DCC systems. |
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Lionel The Trainer - WakeUp $10 Lionel The Trainer - WakeUp |
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Lionel Richie: Live In Paris $16.99 Lionel Richie: Live In Paris |
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Line Dancing With Lionel Blair $13.99 Line Dancing With Lionel Blair |
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Lionel Hampton Story $13.49 Lionel Hampton Story |
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Sonatas Arranged By Lionel Tertis $22.99 Sonatas Arranged By Lionel Tertis |
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& Lionel Hampton (Japan) $44.99 & Lionel Hampton (Japan) |
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Spirit Of Conrail Vintage Light T-Shirt by CafePress $22 The Spirit Of Conrail is No Longer in Service Vintage Light T-Shirt Tee, TShirt, Shirt This light t-shirt will be fashionable even after the zombie Apocalypse. In fact, this shirt might be the very reason you'll survive said Apocalypse. The light color shows you aren't worried about getting stains - and even if you were, those stains show t |
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Spirit Of Conrail Vintage Large Mug by CafePress $18 The Spirit Of Conrail is No Longer in Service Vintage Large Mug Super-size your favorite beverage or just size-up to avoid spills with our hefty, 15 oz. ceramic Large Mug. Large easy-grip handle. When you need more, mug it up. Measures 4.5 tall, 3.25 diameter. Dishwasher and microwave safe. |
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S P Whistle Stop 60306 Conrail 3088 $81.1 Fully assembled and ready to run on conventional DCpowered layouts. Equipped with a 28speed step decoder. With DCC On Board technology you can control the direction speed and lighting using the Bachmann EZ Command Digital Command Control System. 100 backwardscompatible with standard DC (nondigital) layouts. All wheel drive. Directional lighting. Die cast chassis. Can motor. EZ Mate Mark II couplers with metal coil springs. Accurately molded plastic body shell with prototypical blue and white painting and printing: Conrail logo 3079. |
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Lionel Messi Mural $99.99 Lionel Messi Mural - Wall Decal |
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Lionel Messi 2012 $99.99 Lionel Messi 2012 - Wall Decal |
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Lionel Earl Middlesex $39.99 Lionel Earl Middlesex - Giclee Print |
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Lionel Nathan Rothschild $39.99 Lionel Nathan Rothschild - Giclee Print |
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Lionel Trains Logo $79.99 Lionel Trains Logo - Wall Decal |
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Lionel Vision Challenger $89.99 Lionel Vision Challenger - Wall Decal |