New Lionel trains modeled after New York City subway cars on view at Grand Central

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If someone could get photos for me, I would REALLY appreciate it......I don't think I will be back up anytime soon.

New Lionel trains modeled after New York City subway cars on view at Grand Central

By Rob Ryser

The Journal News • November 24, 2008

NEW YORK - Lionel unveiled its newest model trains today fashioned after the city's subway cars.

The subway miniatures, licensed by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, were paired with with the recently released Metro-North train set during a morning press conference at Grand Central Terminal.

The trains will be featured during the Grand Central Terminal Holiday Train show, which begins today and runs through January 19.

FULL STORY: http://www.lohud.com/article/20081124/NEWS05/811240374

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I got one of the order forms in the mail today.

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$600 for a train. Is that a normal price?

[Guest TFD125]

$600 for a train. Is that a normal price?

Well if you want a bigger one it'll cost you more.

Those collector trains can get up there in price. My Grandfather collects them and just like every other niche its big $$$.

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$600 for a train. Is that a normal price?

If it's a good quality replication, this is a fair price. A single locomotive from a quality manufacturer can EASILY top $1,000, depending on material and features.

[IzzyEng4 427]

Lionel is one of the best model train companies that are out there as well as American Flyer. If you are a serious rail fan and model, expense is nothing.