N Gauge/Scale Layout is coming down

I really think it is going to depend on the models they would be bringing in.  I would presume if nothing has been operated in 20 plus years the locomotives would most likely be DC only.  There could be some gems in the mix, or a bunch of entry level locomotives.  Any way to provide a listing of items they are looking to sell to better gauge expectations?

@drelo posted:

I really think it is going to depend on the models they would be bringing in.  I would presume if nothing has been operated in 20 plus years the locomotives would most likely be DC only.  There could be some gems in the mix, or a bunch of entry level locomotives.  Any way to provide a listing of items they are looking to sell to better gauge expectations?

^^^ what he said.

In addition, the value of the cars depends on whether or not they have Kadee (or similar) couplers - cars with the old Rapido couplers are virtually worthless to a reseller.  Old engines probably need to be cleaned and serviced, which further decreases their value.

I'm willing to bet there are other fora that deal specifically with smaller scales.  If those fora have a "For sale" location, and if they list items for a reasonable enough price ($5-$10 for engines and $2-$5 for cars), I'd bet they would recover some of that value.

Chuck

They might check the recent sales on the auction site if they have the manufacturer and SKU number which will give them an idea of values.

Well are they low end? I had a son-in-law give me HO kept the lionel for parts, cleaned made them look good and got a couple bucks per car and a passenger car set about 20.00 bucks, Like the other joes had posted a few bucks per car and 20.00 maybe for the engine, The hobby store will tell them they have to sell and make a buck also. Good luck!