Are there any other clubs besides. LCCA, MTH,atlas and weaver that offer special cars?
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LOTS, TTOS to name a couple more.
Some clubs offer special cars as fund raisers. Often these clubs do not require membership to purchase the car. Many of these offerings are announced on this board.
I'm a member of the MTH club, but I choose to not buy the special car, I'd rather pick what I buy. 
TCA offers cars in several gauges for their annual conventions, but you have to be a member to buy. About every ten years or so, they've had engines as well.
In addition to those mentioned above, various chapters/divisions of the TCA offer special cars throughout the year, and there are other clubs out there like NLOE and CLRC that offer special cars. The independent clubs usually don't require membership to purchase their special offerings.
I belong to TCA, LCCA, and LOTS, and I "join" the manufacturers' clubs when they are making something I want.
Andy
Williams by Bachmann is letting you select which car you want when you join the Williams club, also get a Bachmann Trains catalog mailed to you. In years past it was Bachmann offering a special club car, but this year they let you choose a freight car in value up to $67.00(if I am correct) however you pay about $45.00 to join.
Lee Fritz
T.C.A The best way to go. And if you join you can look for special club cars at York with the rest of us nuts!
Andrew87,
There's a nice TCA passenger set listed in the For Sale Forum. It's a beautiful set. One that took a few years to put together.
You can join more than one. Lots of people do.
According to your profile you are a fellow New Yorker so I would think the TCA is your best choice. As a TCA member you receive their magazine and their for sale booklet plus you can go to York. In New York if you don't want to drive to York there are charter bus trips from upstate and from the Long Island metro area. Info on these trips are available on the Eastern Division of the TCA website. Lenny
The TCA has activities in the NYC metropolitan area and in the Buffalo area. I don't know which activities are open to the public, and which require membership.
I believe that next summer's convention is going to be in NYC.
I've belonged to the TCA for quite a while, but I have never been to a convention. I may try to make this one, even if it is only for a day.
TCA & LCCA.
Originally Posted by Passenger Train Collector:
TCA & LCCA.
I would agree with this to start out with. Both of these organizations are top notch and produce some wonderful "one of a kind" train items.
Steve, Lady and Tex
Originally Posted by Andrew87:
Are there any other clubs besides. LCCA, MTH,atlas and weaver that offer special cars?
what part of the county do you live?
I just joined the LCCA
I'm more inclined to join the brotherhood of crappy basement modelers, but sadly, my layout is in the garage....
Jeff C
Hi Andrew,
The Toy Train Operating Society (TTOS) has two divisions in New York, the Empire & Eastern Division is in the Schenectady area and the Niagara Frontier Division is in the Buffalo area. Both divisions are very active and have wonderful people who love their trains and all the other wonderful benefits this hobby has to offer. In fact, we just had our annual convention in Buffalo where everyone was treated to some of the most incredible layouts in the hobby. By the way did I mention the people are all fantastic as well!
Here are contacts for both divisions:
Empire & Eastern - Harold Rockowitz at rockyrr43@gmail.com
Niagara Frontier - Jim Strom at nfdttos@verizon.net
If you drop me a line at ttos@ttos.org with your mailing information I will send you a copy of our quarterly publication, The Bulletin.
We also offer exclusive cars to our members.
We would love to have you as a member of TTOS.
Regards,
Randall Giroux
President, TTOS
NMRA-National Model Railroad Association. It is primarily an HO association but I belong to it because of the great education that they provide to its members.
Originally Posted by Andrew87:
Are there any other clubs besides. LCCA, MTH,atlas and weaver that offer special cars?
YA!!! This one!!
Just chck out the
"For Sale" forum!!!
cant beat the prices and/or comardere!!!
Just curious, why the interest in club cars?
For those of you not familiar with the LCCA, we are a not-for-profit, volunteer organization with thousands of men, women and children sharing an interest in Lionel trains. Founded in 1970 by Jim Gates of Perry IA, LCCA members live all around the world, but predominantly in the United States. The purpose of the club is to promote and foster an interest in Lionel trains specifically and toy trains in general and have fun while doing it.
This is our 45th Anniversary year and we welcome you to the yearlong celebration. We will be announcing Special Events, New Products and a series of activities to celebrate. Our club is proud of its communications with members - you will always know what is going on by checking in our publications. If you use the web, we encourage you to share your e-mail address and check our web site www.lionelcollectors.orgfrequently. It is always up to date with the latest club news and events. Be on the lookout for e-blasts.
Member Benefits for belonging to LCCA
The LCCA offers members a HUGE ARRAY of member benefits. The LCCA is more than a magazine subscription, more than a convention club. It is a well rounded, full feature activity, and experience the best the the train hobby has to offer. Read on to get the full range of benefits offered to LCCA members.
Premier hard copy publications:
- “The Lion Roars” featuring all original articles written by fellow members mailed to your home 5 time/year.
- "The Interchange Track” -Buy/Sell/Swap hard copy toy train publication Mailed 4 times/year
- "The Lion Cub" magazine, a 12 page magazine by Junior Members for all Junior Members - 5 times a year.
Award winning website www.lionelcollectors.org is our best communication tool that keeps our members informed with our most current information regarding club matters, the toy train hobby and news from Lionel.
- e-Track Web based buy/sell/swap section in the password protected members only section (available 24/7 365 days/year)
- Real Time information and news stories concerning the hobby, the club, LCCA members and Lionel
- Periodic e-blast with latest information regarding club and Hobby matters with members who provide us with their e-mail address.
- LCCA video gallery section on our website with LCCA exclusive and original videos
The Best Toy Train Conventions on the Planet held in a different city every July.
- Spectacular Tours
- Great Events
- Good times
- Family Friendly events and activities for the whole family
- Meet with Lionel for hosted free seminars and clinics with new product announcements
- Several operating layouts including Lionel's impressive, interactive layout
Multiple membership options available -
- Regular member (RM) - receives publications via US mail
- Electronic Member (EM) - receives publications via web
- Junior Member (JM) - for those under 18 years - receives "The Lion Cub"
LCCA developed and Sponsored 'LCCA/Lionel Modular Railroad System'
- On-line Manual, open architecture, full material sourcing data
- Modules can be made by member or purchased complete
- Module special events across the country for members to bring their modules together
Members only Section of Web Site - (requires password)
- e-track - 24/7 - 365 days a week on line trading site for members
- LCCA Store - on-line sale of product and club related items
- Secure Electronic Transactions for member renewal
- Self updating of profile records
- Roster of all LCCA members - sortable by area and distance
LCCA Special Events -
- Family oriented LCCA Special Events & Train shows held in various cities all around the country throughout the year
- Over 50 Special Events held last year
- Events and activities ranging from train shows, dinner events, train rides, home visits, any type of event with a train theme.
LCCA Product Offerings -
- Annual Convention Car - Designed for local geographic area of convention
- Unique, specially designed limited edition club products manufactured by Lionel
- Current plans include keeping traditional LRRC product offerings.
- Made in America LCCA product Billboard Frame products.
- Discounted prices on select Lionel cataloged items.
- For information regarding our most recent product offerings, go to the "LCCA store" section or product development section on our website
- Club Discount - 10% - at Lionelstore.com - effective late 2014
Other Benefits -
- Regular member (RM) and Junior Member (JM) Facebook pages - LCCA Facebook page and LCCA JM Facebook page
- Volunteer management team dedicated to serving the needs of our members.
- Camaraderie with other Lionel train enthusiasts
- Be part of a successful Lionel Train Focused Club
- We know how to have FUN!
- Opportunity to volunteer and be part of the LCCA volunteer staff
- Mailing of Lionel catalogs directly to Members
Club Contacts -
- Web site - www.lionelcollectors.org
- Business office - Cathy
LCCA Business Office
PO Box 529
Peru, IL 61354
Fax Number - 815-223-0791
Al Kolis - President Elect/Special Events Manager - 248-709-4137 agkolis@comcast.net">agkolis@comcast.net
Dennis DeVito - LCCA President - 574-870-0391 dennisdevito@comcast.net
Originally Posted by Al K.:
For those of you not familiar with the LCCA, we are a not-for-profit, volunteer organization with thousands of men, women and children sharing an interest in Lionel trains. Founded in 1970 by Jim Gates of Perry IA, LCCA members live all around the world, but predominantly in the United States. The purpose of the club is to promote and foster an interest in Lionel trains specifically and toy trains in general and have fun while doing it.
This is our 45th Anniversary year and we welcome you to the yearlong celebration. We will be announcing Special Events, New Products and a series of activities to celebrate. Our club is proud of its communications with members - you will always know what is going on by checking in our publications. If you use the web, we encourage you to share your e-mail address and check our web site www.lionelcollectors.orgfrequently. It is always up to date with the latest club news and events. Be on the lookout for e-blasts.
Member Benefits for belonging to LCCA
The LCCA offers members a HUGE ARRAY of member benefits. The LCCA is more than a magazine subscription, more than a convention club. It is a well rounded, full feature activity, and experience the best the the train hobby has to offer. Read on to get the full range of benefits offered to LCCA members.
Premier hard copy publications:
- “The Lion Roars” featuring all original articles written by fellow members mailed to your home 5 time/year.
- "The Interchange Track” -Buy/Sell/Swap hard copy toy train publication Mailed 4 times/year
- "The Lion Cub" magazine, a 12 page magazine by Junior Members for all Junior Members - 5 times a year.
Award winning website www.lionelcollectors.org is our best communication tool that keeps our members informed with our most current information regarding club matters, the toy train hobby and news from Lionel.
- e-Track Web based buy/sell/swap section in the password protected members only section (available 24/7 365 days/year)
- Real Time information and news stories concerning the hobby, the club, LCCA members and Lionel
- Periodic e-blast with latest information regarding club and Hobby matters with members who provide us with their e-mail address.
- LCCA video gallery section on our website with LCCA exclusive and original videos
The Best Toy Train Conventions on the Planet held in a different city every July.
- Spectacular Tours
- Great Events
- Good times
- Family Friendly events and activities for the whole family
- Meet with Lionel for hosted free seminars and clinics with new product announcements
- Several operating layouts including Lionel's impressive, interactive layout
Multiple membership options available -
- Regular member (RM) - receives publications via US mail
- Electronic Member (EM) - receives publications via web
- Junior Member (JM) - for those under 18 years - receives "The Lion Cub"
LCCA developed and Sponsored 'LCCA/Lionel Modular Railroad System'
- On-line Manual, open architecture, full material sourcing data
- Modules can be made by member or purchased complete
- Module special events across the country for members to bring their modules together
Members only Section of Web Site - (requires password)
- e-track - 24/7 - 365 days a week on line trading site for members
- LCCA Store - on-line sale of product and club related items
- Secure Electronic Transactions for member renewal
- Self updating of profile records
- Roster of all LCCA members - sortable by area and distance
LCCA Special Events -
- Family oriented LCCA Special Events & Train shows held in various cities all around the country throughout the year
- Over 50 Special Events held last year
- Events and activities ranging from train shows, dinner events, train rides, home visits, any type of event with a train theme.
LCCA Product Offerings -
- Annual Convention Car - Designed for local geographic area of convention
- Unique, specially designed limited edition club products manufactured by Lionel
- Current plans include keeping traditional LRRC product offerings.
- Made in America LCCA product Billboard Frame products.
- Discounted prices on select Lionel cataloged items.
- For information regarding our most recent product offerings, go to the "LCCA store" section or product development section on our website
- Club Discount - 10% - at Lionelstore.com - effective late 2014
Other Benefits -
- Regular member (RM) and Junior Member (JM) Facebook pages - LCCA Facebook page and LCCA JM Facebook page
- Volunteer management team dedicated to serving the needs of our members.
- Camaraderie with other Lionel train enthusiasts
- Be part of a successful Lionel Train Focused Club
- We know how to have FUN!
- Opportunity to volunteer and be part of the LCCA volunteer staff
- Mailing of Lionel catalogs directly to Members
Club Contacts -
- Web site - www.lionelcollectors.org
- Business office - Cathy
LCCA Business Office
PO Box 529
Peru, IL 61354
Fax Number - 815-223-0791
Al Kolis - President Elect/Special Events Manager - 248-709-4137 agkolis@comcast.net">agkolis@comcast.net
Dennis DeVito - LCCA President - 574-870-0391 dennisdevito@comcast.net
Hello AL K............
Does this club have women members that collect and operate lionel trains ? I asked because I was a collector and operator of lionel trains in the past but I just run the trains and used to collect but not anymore. I was a member of the TTOS and I was disappointed of the last TTOS swap meet in 2001 where I was the only woman there buying trains and all were just men so I felt completely left out. I left the TTOS.
the woman who loves the S.F.5011,2678,2003,200
Tiffany
Originally Posted by Tiffany:
Originally Posted by Al K.:
For those of you not familiar with the LCCA, we are a not-for-profit, volunteer organization with thousands of men, women and children sharing an interest in Lionel trains. Founded in 1970 by Jim Gates of Perry IA, LCCA members live all around the world, but predominantly in the United States. The purpose of the club is to promote and foster an interest in Lionel trains specifically and toy trains in general and have fun while doing it.
This is our 45th Anniversary year and we welcome you to the yearlong celebration. We will be announcing Special Events, New Products and a series of activities to celebrate. Our club is proud of its communications with members - you will always know what is going on by checking in our publications. If you use the web, we encourage you to share your e-mail address and check our web site www.lionelcollectors.orgfrequently. It is always up to date with the latest club news and events. Be on the lookout for e-blasts.
Member Benefits for belonging to LCCA
The LCCA offers members a HUGE ARRAY of member benefits. The LCCA is more than a magazine subscription, more than a convention club. It is a well rounded, full feature activity, and experience the best the the train hobby has to offer. Read on to get the full range of benefits offered to LCCA members.
Premier hard copy publications:
- “The Lion Roars” featuring all original articles written by fellow members mailed to your home 5 time/year.
- "The Interchange Track” -Buy/Sell/Swap hard copy toy train publication Mailed 4 times/year
- "The Lion Cub" magazine, a 12 page magazine by Junior Members for all Junior Members - 5 times a year.
Award winning website www.lionelcollectors.org is our best communication tool that keeps our members informed with our most current information regarding club matters, the toy train hobby and news from Lionel.
- e-Track Web based buy/sell/swap section in the password protected members only section (available 24/7 365 days/year)
- Real Time information and news stories concerning the hobby, the club, LCCA members and Lionel
- Periodic e-blast with latest information regarding club and Hobby matters with members who provide us with their e-mail address.
- LCCA video gallery section on our website with LCCA exclusive and original videos
The Best Toy Train Conventions on the Planet held in a different city every July.
- Spectacular Tours
- Great Events
- Good times
- Family Friendly events and activities for the whole family
- Meet with Lionel for hosted free seminars and clinics with new product announcements
- Several operating layouts including Lionel's impressive, interactive layout
Multiple membership options available -
- Regular member (RM) - receives publications via US mail
- Electronic Member (EM) - receives publications via web
- Junior Member (JM) - for those under 18 years - receives "The Lion Cub"
LCCA developed and Sponsored 'LCCA/Lionel Modular Railroad System'
- On-line Manual, open architecture, full material sourcing data
- Modules can be made by member or purchased complete
- Module special events across the country for members to bring their modules together
Members only Section of Web Site - (requires password)
- e-track - 24/7 - 365 days a week on line trading site for members
- LCCA Store - on-line sale of product and club related items
- Secure Electronic Transactions for member renewal
- Self updating of profile records
- Roster of all LCCA members - sortable by area and distance
LCCA Special Events -
- Family oriented LCCA Special Events & Train shows held in various cities all around the country throughout the year
- Over 50 Special Events held last year
- Events and activities ranging from train shows, dinner events, train rides, home visits, any type of event with a train theme.
LCCA Product Offerings -
- Annual Convention Car - Designed for local geographic area of convention
- Unique, specially designed limited edition club products manufactured by Lionel
- Current plans include keeping traditional LRRC product offerings.
- Made in America LCCA product Billboard Frame products.
- Discounted prices on select Lionel cataloged items.
- For information regarding our most recent product offerings, go to the "LCCA store" section or product development section on our website
- Club Discount - 10% - at Lionelstore.com - effective late 2014
Other Benefits -
- Regular member (RM) and Junior Member (JM) Facebook pages - LCCA Facebook page and LCCA JM Facebook page
- Volunteer management team dedicated to serving the needs of our members.
- Camaraderie with other Lionel train enthusiasts
- Be part of a successful Lionel Train Focused Club
- We know how to have FUN!
- Opportunity to volunteer and be part of the LCCA volunteer staff
- Mailing of Lionel catalogs directly to Members
Club Contacts -
- Web site - www.lionelcollectors.org
- Business office - Cathy
LCCA Business Office
PO Box 529
Peru, IL 61354
Fax Number - 815-223-0791
Al Kolis - President Elect/Special Events Manager - 248-709-4137 agkolis@comcast.net">agkolis@comcast.net
Dennis DeVito - LCCA President - 574-870-0391 dennisdevito@comcast.net
Hello AL K............
Does this club have women members that collect and operate lionel trains ? I asked because I was a collector and operator of lionel trains in the past but I just run the trains and used to collect but not anymore. I was a member of the TTOS and I was disappointed of the last TTOS swap meet in 2001 where I was the only woman there buying trains and all were just men so I felt completely left out. I left the TTOS.
the woman who loves the S.F.5011,2678,2003,200
Tiffany
Tiffany,
yes, there are Women members in the LCCA. We also have a lot of female family members. With the new influx of LRRC members, I do not know the number of female members. It is not a majority of our members, but we believe we are a very family friendly club with something for everyone in the family to enjoy. If you need to talk, please call me at 248 709-4137
I invite you to try it for a year. I also would suggest that you may want to write an article in our club publication, the Lion Roars. We have had a few stories written by our female train collector members. Every article is an original piece and written by our members. I would love to see more articles from your perspective, you are not alone.
sincerely,
Al Kolis
