@prrhorseshoecurve posted:I agree. This is nothing that can't be fixed with a zero brush and some testors paint. The paint passes the two foot rule for sure. . Also note this loco is a RAILKING scale loco as opposed to a Premier loco. For what you paid and the features you got on this loco, you received a bargain! I have the Bloody Nose version of this loco from two years ago and I am happy with it, squashed fuel tank and detail imperfections et al.
I can see why your dealer will sell out of this item easily. IT's your choice but IF you let it go you may have second thoughts!
I am very happy with mine also. It's the best pulling MTH engine I have with a non-powered unit and 11 Weaver 20" aluminum cars (10 lighted with a total of 40 incandescent bulbs drawing power) behind it and still pulling strong.