Vintage Postwar (1949-53) Lionel 6466W BOX ONLY

Description

You are bidding on a 1949-53 vintage Lionel box for the 6466W whistling tender. See pictures for details and flaws. The flaps are missing from one end. There is old tape on the box and marks where past stickers have been removed. If you have a 6466W tender without the box, this could be just what you are looking for!
Please see pictures for details. Ask any questions prior to bidding.
Proceeds from this sale benefit Iron Spike Model Train Museum (501c(3)) non-profit.
MANAGING EXPECTATIONS: We believe the best way to establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships is to manage expectations up front.  Before placing any bids, it is important that all bidders understand the following:
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 rather than assume anything.
TESTING & WARRANTIES:  Please understand that we are a volunteer-staffed Museum. 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!