Frisco Northern back to Lionel for Repair

What a steal on the 336. Congrats on finding that gem.

I too some some good deals on Flyer at Timonium although I'd have to say yours was probably the best.  There were five SP streamlined passenger cars for $150, a large motor 326 in what appeared to be VG condition for $150, and several nice looking 31X, 29X, and 28X Pacifics for $70-90.  Was it just that people wanted to unload, or are prices on everything but the most rare Flyer coming down?  

I believe that the prices peaked about 10 years ago and have been going down since then, More on common item than on rarer  items, but all have shown a decline. I don't see as many bargains at York however IMHO too many are trying to finance their retirement by selling trains.  Trains are expensive and younger individuals today rather spend their money on other pursuits. At least my son and I have built his layout together and he is in his 30's. We have a wonderful time doing it together!

"Works great, still smokes and the Whistle works. 60 year old U.S. technology still works but new China made smoke motors don't!" And in 20 years you'll still be able to keep that 336 running--without spending a small fortune on cloned electronics! Great buy, BTW; you got it for the price of the Large motor Armature and Field! Yes, prices on less than mint or VG+ stuff does seem to be coming down. My family (brothers and sisters) always told me I have my retirement fund in my shop and storage buildings. I recently had to tell them, "Yes, 20 years ago it was; today, not so much at all." And of course, it's getting to be closer to the time I need to clean the sheds out (NOT my AF though!!)