In the past I've gotten some real low end Marx train sets. I'm looking to get back into the Marx stuff. As far as toy trains go, I like them! When I look on ebay, I see tons of different types of engines...most low end with plastic cars. These don't smoke, reverse, or have lights (at least the couple I had). I see tons of wind ups to. On this forum, and youtube, I've seen better grade Marx engines that have a lights, reverse, and smoke. Could someone please give me a few model years that I can search on? There are thousands of Marx auctions out there. Also, being non technical, is there a sight either written or preferably youtube that can actually explain how to work on these engines. I've had newer Lionel sets in the past and have gotten rid of it this fall. Now I want something around the tree and I want old tinplate...on a budget. Thanks, Jeff
Jeff,
I would suggest the Marx 666. Most 666s have the smoke feature and light, and can be had at a modest price. Search ebay, and read the descriptions careful to make sure you are getting a working example with smoke and lights. The Marx 333 can also be had with the smoke feature, but may dent your budget a bit!
Merry Christmas,
YJ
