YOU CHOOSE - GRADE B - Take Along / Take-n-Play Thomas & Friends Diecast Railway Tenders and Other Vehicle Toys
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*As of 8/16/24, this listing has been updated to use the same grading scale used in my Wooden Railway listings, as well as has been combined with the Take-n-Play range so that all available characters are accessible from one listing!*
This listing is for the Thomas & Friends Take Along AND Take-n-Play Diecast range. Released in the US initially in 2002, this line featured pocket-sized die-cast models and playsets based off of the characters from Thomas & Friends television series. Many characters that were trains, cars, and tenders were miniaturized and became collectible items as well as toys. In 2009, The original Take Along range was discontinued after Fisher-Price acquired the rights, and rebranded the range to the Thomas Take-n-Play. That line would also then be discontinued in 2016 for another range to take its place. The characters are getting harder to find and increasingly come in worse and worse condition. The goal of this listing is to make the different years, models, versions and even quality more accessible.
I have tried to price these fairly based on their market value in relation to their condition. These are in great condition, meaning they are not excellent, but they have minimal to mild paint chipping or paint fading, they will be decremented by a constant value starting from full market value price, or their Grade A pricing.
As this is the Grade B listing, there will be minimal to mild no paint chipping on these trains. Due to their age and material type being diecast though, paint chipping is inevitable, these are trains that were played with but not as roughly as others, but they were not gently used either. As there is paint chipping, I have tried to limit it to corners or edges that you would likely notice upon looking at them. Some trains may have some detail paint fading (ex. Thomas' number logo); as the train is not paint chipped, I still consider these to be in great condition. If there is excessive detail paint fading, these have been downgraded. Trains with paint chipping AND paint fading will be downgraded further as necessary.
If you are still worried about the particular condition of a character, I welcome reaching out to ask for up close photos so you can decide for yourself if it meets your standards for its condition! I will provide photos as quick as I possibly can, and as detailed of photos as I can. I am more than happy to work with you and ensure that you are satisfied with your purchase, before and after receiving it, so please do not hesitate to inquire about any questions or concerns you may have.
If there is a character that I do not currently have listed as an option that you are looking for, please feel free to reach out and ask! I will gladly see if I happen to have it in stock across all grades, or find you one that is in good condition for a reasonable price.
If you're looking for any other brands or ranges of Thomas toys, please feel free to look at my store as I am always adding new listings and adding new stock. Please ensure that you are purchasing the right brand or range you're looking for before purchasing!
*Payment Options*
Any and all payment options accepted by Etsy I will accept as well! Payment must be provided in full at the time of purchase, an item will not ship until this is verified.
*Return Options*
If you are not satisfied with the condition of the item, or purchased the wrong item, there is a 30 day period for returns or exchanges. You as the buyer are responsible for the return shipping costs and any loss in value if an item isn't returned in original condition, all items will be examined upon return to verify if any new damage has appeared.
*Shipping & Delivery*
Shipping is primarily via Priority Mail flat rate boxes, if any order cannot fit within a flat rate box, it will be shipped in the smallest reasonably sized box. All items are wrapped in bubble wrap to ensure no damage during shipping. If you are looking for cheaper shipping, please reach out before purchase to inquire, I am more than happy to work with you.
*Photos are up to date as of 3/21/24*
This listing is for the Thomas & Friends Take Along AND Take-n-Play Diecast range. Released in the US initially in 2002, this line featured pocket-sized die-cast models and playsets based off of the characters from Thomas & Friends television series. Many characters that were trains, cars, and tenders were miniaturized and became collectible items as well as toys. In 2009, The original Take Along range was discontinued after Fisher-Price acquired the rights, and rebranded the range to the Thomas Take-n-Play. That line would also then be discontinued in 2016 for another range to take its place. The characters are getting harder to find and increasingly come in worse and worse condition. The goal of this listing is to make the different years, models, versions and even quality more accessible.
I have tried to price these fairly based on their market value in relation to their condition. These are in great condition, meaning they are not excellent, but they have minimal to mild paint chipping or paint fading, they will be decremented by a constant value starting from full market value price, or their Grade A pricing.
As this is the Grade B listing, there will be minimal to mild no paint chipping on these trains. Due to their age and material type being diecast though, paint chipping is inevitable, these are trains that were played with but not as roughly as others, but they were not gently used either. As there is paint chipping, I have tried to limit it to corners or edges that you would likely notice upon looking at them. Some trains may have some detail paint fading (ex. Thomas' number logo); as the train is not paint chipped, I still consider these to be in great condition. If there is excessive detail paint fading, these have been downgraded. Trains with paint chipping AND paint fading will be downgraded further as necessary.
If you are still worried about the particular condition of a character, I welcome reaching out to ask for up close photos so you can decide for yourself if it meets your standards for its condition! I will provide photos as quick as I possibly can, and as detailed of photos as I can. I am more than happy to work with you and ensure that you are satisfied with your purchase, before and after receiving it, so please do not hesitate to inquire about any questions or concerns you may have.
If there is a character that I do not currently have listed as an option that you are looking for, please feel free to reach out and ask! I will gladly see if I happen to have it in stock across all grades, or find you one that is in good condition for a reasonable price.
If you're looking for any other brands or ranges of Thomas toys, please feel free to look at my store as I am always adding new listings and adding new stock. Please ensure that you are purchasing the right brand or range you're looking for before purchasing!
*Payment Options*
Any and all payment options accepted by Etsy I will accept as well! Payment must be provided in full at the time of purchase, an item will not ship until this is verified.
*Return Options*
If you are not satisfied with the condition of the item, or purchased the wrong item, there is a 30 day period for returns or exchanges. You as the buyer are responsible for the return shipping costs and any loss in value if an item isn't returned in original condition, all items will be examined upon return to verify if any new damage has appeared.
*Shipping & Delivery*
Shipping is primarily via Priority Mail flat rate boxes, if any order cannot fit within a flat rate box, it will be shipped in the smallest reasonably sized box. All items are wrapped in bubble wrap to ensure no damage during shipping. If you are looking for cheaper shipping, please reach out before purchase to inquire, I am more than happy to work with you.
*Photos are up to date as of 3/21/24*