Just saw a collector paid four grand for a very rare locomotive, two cars and caboose in (Verified and authenticated) un opened packaging. This was just the wheeled equipment, no tracks, no figurines no building sets.
There are three factors that affect the value of a model train: rarity, condition and whether it is still in its original packaging.
Rare, mint condition models in their original boxes will fetch the highest prices.
Get a copy of a model rail fans' magazine like Model Railroader and look in the For Sale section of the Classifieds to see what similar models are fetching. You could also take your model to an independent valuer or go to a meeting of a model rail fans' club where it is likely you will be able to contact people who could give you a value.
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Just saw a collector paid four grand for a very rare locomotive, two cars and caboose in (Verified and authenticated) un opened packaging. This was just the wheeled equipment, no tracks, no figurines no building sets.
There are three factors that affect the value of a model train: rarity, condition and whether it is still in its original packaging.
Rare, mint condition models in their original boxes will fetch the highest prices.
Get a copy of a model rail fans' magazine like Model Railroader and look in the For Sale section of the Classifieds to see what similar models are fetching. You could also take your model to an independent valuer or go to a meeting of a model rail fans' club where it is likely you will be able to contact people who could give you a value.