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Very hard to write a review regarding restoring an 80 year old American Flyer Zephyr aluminum toy train car. Condition is subjective to the viewer's expertise in bringing a neglected car back to operating condition. Usually not much is wrong mechanically, and replacement parts are available in the secondary market. The challenge (in my case) is to restore the car's exterior finish to near factory-like condition, which means extensive physical effort to clean and polish the oxidized and stained surface. Others may view the patina of the car's surface as a testimony of it's many years of faithful service to many happy owners! The decision to purchase and restore an American Flyer Zephyr car will allow the adventurous railway fan to appreciate the craftsmanship and effort that went into making a quality toy train during the 1930's.Read full review
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I haven't even had the chance to run it yet, but no problem. I have it on top of my desk and I just like looking at it. It's old and looks it, but that's why I bought it. It must be pretty durable in that it's lasted (and been played with) for for about 80 years. Age and experience is always a plus. I would buy another one in a minute even though I promised not to but any more train stuff, however... .
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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