I’ve scored great deals at local estate sales and smaller train shows where sellers are just looking to clear space. One time I snagged a nearly mint Athearn Genesis loco for half price at a dusty little booth no one else was looking at.
For online, I always keep an eye on eBay (with saved searches), TrainWorld’s clearance section, and even Facebook Marketplace—though you’ve got to be quick there.
As for rare finds, I once found a boxed brass steamer mixed in with toy trains at a garage sale… for $20. Still can’t believe it.
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