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LionelTin posted:

I see nothing much has changed with vintage AF S. I look for junkers to fix up as I am going into retirement. But it is frustrating when actual junk is priced at Mint prices. 300 Atlantic's with rusted tenders, deplorable condition and asking $99. Seriously? If its junk, sell it as junk.

Tin

Tables upon tables of Gilbert Flyer steamers with prices that make sure they will return with the table's owner.  I too look for things to bring back to life or kitbash.  I found 8 "American Flyer" car shells, some with serious flaws for $5 apiece.  They'll eventually be cut up and become 4 or 5 full length cars.  I also picked up a green 650 car in decent shape that will become part of a classic consist, and won't be cut up.  It cost only $20, so the bargains are there.  I bought a 663 observation car for $20 that needs a lot of TLC, but it's all there, and for the price, a bit of work it to be expected.  A 1998 issue of the 982 BAR car went home with me for $10.  No box, but you can't run a box on your track.  It looks good, was clean and no scratches. So the good prices were there, and as Bob Bubeck said, you just had to take your time.  The most expensive thing I bought was a NIB repro tipple car set for $50 simply because originals are way too expensive for my retirement budget, and I've always wanted one.  I too, passed by MANY tables of overpriced items.  Sometimes I had to stifle a laugh just seeing the owners' bored looks on their face.  But all in all, a good meet, albeit probably my last.

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