October 10-11, 2015 - LCCA Toy Train Auction Event in Colorado
Public Toy Train Auction
O Gauge Trains - Over 700 Lots
October 10 & 11, 2015
** New Location **
Ramada Plaza Denver Central, I-25/I-70
4849 Bannock St. Denver, CO 80216
The Colorado Toy Train Group, LLC (CTTG) and Lionel Collectors Club of America (LCCA) are co-sponsoring CTTG’s 13th toy train auction, October 10 & 11, 2015. The auction will be held at a new venue for these events, moving to the Ramada Plaza, 4849 Bannock St., in Denver. Colorado. Viewing begins at 8 a.m. and the auction will begin at 9 a.m., each day.
This 2-day auction includes over 700 lots of postwar and modern O-Gauge trains. Manufacturers featured are Lionel, Atlas, and Mike’s Train House, and also include K-Line, Marx, Weaver, and Williams as well as numerous specialty companies. Approximately one third of the lots include the original boxes. While the emphasis is on freight rolling stock, featuring over 285 lots, which includes several highly detailed flatcars with custom loads, there are also 35+ lots of attractive passenger outfits. The line-up for motive power consists of 75 lots of diesel locomotives with an additional 35 lots of impressive steam options. Lionel #38044 PRR K-4, 4-6-2 and #38053 NYC Mohawk 2-8-2 are a couple of outstanding pieces in the mix. There are several opportunities to increase the activity and appeal of your layout with 35 lots of accessory items and over 45 lots of buildings and vehicles. Saturday, Day 1, contains over 60 lots of Lionel Super ‘O’ and Atlas track and switches. With 30 lots of parts, 10 lots of transformers, and over 20 lots of miscellaneous tools, lanterns and shelving, the chance to obtain a special find is exciting. For those curious about reference materials, over 25 lots of books and catalogs, along with another 15 lots of framed photos and artwork, cover a broad spectrum of historical data. A couple of unique specialty highlights include 5 lots of the notorious Jim Beam decanter train collection (unopened), and a Lionel #17653 100th anniversary gold plated caboose with smoke, in the OB. Clearly, this is an exciting collection of toy train merchandise.
Check out the free auction list as well as select photos. We are confident you will find something to expand your railroad empire in this auction!
Auction List (FREE): View & down load now or surf to our CTTG website.
Photos of select lots can be viewed here.
Registration Form: View & print
Please print the forms, fill them in, and mail to the address noted on the form.
Registration Fee: $10 ($5 for LCCA Members and CTTG Boarding Pass Holders)
Questions may be sent to our e-mail: coloradotoytrains@msn.com
Or, you may contact Steve at 719-271-3293.
We do recommend registering early, as seating is limited to 100 bidders.
Please register today! We look forward to seeing you at the auction.
To learn more about Colorado Toy Train Group please at our CTTG Website
Colorado Toy Train Group, LLC