Lone
Star Trains & Collectibles
Your Classic Era Train
Headquarters
(361) 758-8986
Mailing Address:
PO Box 556
Port Aransas, TX 78373
Other Services
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What is Expedited Consignment?
Your items will not sit around a shop for ten years. We will sell your items for you in an appropriate online venue so that you can sell your valuables as soon as possible.
Let us put our extensive knowledge and experience to work FOR YOU. We can sell your items quickly for you. This option appeals mostly to folks who want to sell their items, but who are not in a hurry and want to see if they can maximize the item's value.
Why use Lone Star Trains?
- Lone Star Trains is VERY experienced in the electronic commerce world
- Lone Star Trains has been a trusted Ebay seller since 1998, the first year of Ebay's existence
- Lone Star Trains is an Ebay Silver level Powerseller
- Lone Star Trains is an Ebay Trusted Seller
- Lone Star Trains has won awards for excellence on Amazon for two years in a row
- Lone Star Trains has had the same web address for 12 years
- Stability of a company with a brick and mortar location as well as a long time web presence
- Often, due to our experience and knowledge with both the product AND e-commerce, we are able to get far more for your item than if you tried to sell the item yourself. In many cases, this higher value pays for your consignment fees!
- WE deal with the customers and any headaches
- WE answer mails
- WE pack and ship
- WE pay the sales taxes
- YOU have better things to do with your time.
Did you know...
The right title, good pictures, accurate descriptions, correct category placement, and knowledgable email responses ALL make a BIG difference in the value an item receives in the on-line world.
Before the sale we will
- inventory your items,
- provide you with a spreadsheet of your items
- pick them up,
- pack them for transport,
- store them
- Determine the BEST market for your items
- Research the items to get the most value for you
- and then sell them for you as quickly as possible.
During the sale, we
- Take expert photographs
- Write proven, winning copy to increase bids
- Utilize our experience to write enticing titles
- Give your items a special code so you can easily watch them
- Answer all emails about your item
After the sale, we
- Contact and invoice the buyer
- Collect payment
- Pay the credit card fees for you
- Pay for ALL shipping materials
- Pay any relevant sales tax
- Expertly and safely pack each item
- Ship the items out
- Collect excellent feedback
- Pay you.
If you would rather sell your items to us outright, go here: I want to sell to you.
If you would like to take advantage of our expertise, give us a call or write us a note.
361-749-8699
Put our expertise to work for you. We can evaluate your collection for you using multiple media and resources. We will document and research every item in the collection for you, backing up our values with hard data and sources. An evaluation is critical to make sure your insurance policy is really accurate; or perhaps there is an estate matter you need resolved. or maybe you want to sell your collection and you want to know "what it is worth." Our values are based on real sales of the item (not asking prices), current book values, and current live auction lists. Our appraisals are very well sourced and documented. In addition, our credentials are solid for such work with over twenty years full time in the business as well as serving as an officer in the Train Collectors Association for over a decade. Call for rates and to discuss your unique situation.
If you would rather sell your items to us outright, go here: I want to sell to you.
If you would like to take advantage of our expertise, give us a call or write us a note.
361-749-8699
If you want to sell your items yourself, but just don't feel 100% confident doing so, you might want to hire us as a consultant. There is an upfront retainer which we hold; that way you can call or write anytime for help with your selling. Why would you need Lone Star Trains as a consultant?
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To understand WHAT you have
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To do the research for you
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To know how to market it
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To know the right way to sell it
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To assist you with your eBay description and overall listing (we are 12 year Powersellers)
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To help proofread your ad
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To help you with the listing services
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To knowledgably answer prospective buyers' emails
We are very successful internet sellers of collectibles and can share our tips with you to help you get the best price. We can even help you with any problems you are having with some of the more popular listing services/software.
Did you know that variables such as time of day, title wording, picture angles, and description details and grammar can drastically impact the final selling price of an item?
If you would rather sell your items to us outright, go here: I want to sell to you.
If you would like to take advantage of our expertise, give us a call or write us a note.
361-749-8699
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We do basic service up to the full restoration of your childhood set or recent acquisition. We have all the right tools, books, and experience to get it done right.
Repair Costs
American Flyer $39.95
HO $29.95
Lionel Basic Service $34.95
Marx $34.95
These basic service fees include cleaning the engine, motor, e-unit, wheels, lubricating and oiling all relevant parts, and checking the wiring. Any work outside of the basic service may incur extra labor and/or parts fees. We will let you know in advance of any work.
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