DESCRIPTIONS:
We believe that pictures speak a thousand words. We try to include a variety of brightly lit,
clearly focused pictures from multiple angles when necessary. The pictures are a key part of the
description. As a supplement to the
pictures we will provide a reasonably detailed written description that
discloses what we see, what we know and what we think. Between the pictures description and written
description, buyers should have a fair opportunity to understand what they are
bidding on. If there is something that you
do not understand or if you need additional information or pictures please ask
in advance of bidding/buying rather than assume anything.
TESTING & WARRANTIES: Please understand that we are a
volunteer-staffed Museum. We are not experts in any particular model train
brand but we try to do the research to list our items correctly. We do test
everything we sell if possible. However, we do not perform anything other than
the most basic testing. We do not perform any kind of detailed and/or internal
examination of any engine or motor and make no representation about its
suitability for any particular purpose. Accordingly, no warranty of any
kind is provided regarding operability even if an item has been tested. The
results of any specific testing are provided in good faith as a courtesy only.
Your experience may be different. Items we sell may range in age from new to
more than 100 years old. At a minimum, basic maintenance and/or
lubrication will probably be necessary if you plan to operate any piece you
purchase.
PAYMENT:
Payment via PayPal is expected within 3 days unless other arrangements
have been made. eBay rules require you
to inquire about alternative payment methods.
SHIPPING:
When practical, multiple items may be sent together to save on shipping
costs. All items are carefully packed and typically shipped as soon as possible
after payment clears. Very large packages sometimes are sent via UPS. In the unlikely event that damage occurs
during shipping, buyer agrees to process any claim eligible for insurance
coverage directly through the carrier.
If carrier tracking indicates an item has been delivered, but somehow
you did not receive it, buyer agrees to follow through with the local carrier
and/or postmaster and process any claim eligible for insurance coverage
directly through the carrier. If carrier
tracking indicates an item has not been delivered, we will handle the insurance
claim.
COMMUNICATION: Your inquiries are very important
and we will make best efforts to be prompt and thorough with responses.
However, because we also operate a Museum and eBay sales are not our primary
business the ability to continuously monitor and quickly respond to eBay
related communications may be limited. Kindly allow for a reasonable response
time to your questions.
We greatly appreciate your interest in our
listings. Thanks for looking and good luck bidding/buying!