I brought my collection in for a price, he was rude upon my entrance. He laughed at my collection placed my models on the concrete and insulated me with an offer of 100$. I went home that same night and sold a single locomotive on eBay for 180$. He did not go above and beyond and if he listed the video of this interaction I would not expect his business to survive. The train community is one of compassion and respect. This man has no shame and runs this hobby as a cut throat business. Over 900$ worth of trains got laughed at. Do not shop here. Do not trust what this man says. I told him of a single locomotive set I planned to sell and I’m glad I didn’t take it out of the trunk of my car to show. He probably would have placed my silver range set on the abrasive...
Read moreMy experience with NY Electric Trains is one of the finest I’ve had with any business! The two principals, Jeffrey Goldhammer and Vincent Frustaci, are very knowledgeable about model trains, whether they are of collectible quality, or just routine in nature. They are very personable and enjoy what they are doing. It doesn’t matter whether you are buying a boxcar or a highly rare piece, you are treated with respect and care. They ship items with the same diligence. Acid~free packaging materials are used and the packaging is practically damage proof, with every item carefully packed. I have nothing but good vibes from this wonderfully...
Read moreI have been buying trains from Jeff and Vinnie for a number of years. The items are always well packed and the shipping is always very reasonable and fast. The few times that I have received an item that was damaged in shipping it was resolved swiftly and professionally. Prices are always fair. I am so happy that Jeff finally realized his dream of having a brick and...
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