Lionel 6-26243 Christmas 99 Boxcar Happy Holidays 1999 O Gauge 1 48 New in Box

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Lionel 6 26243 Christmas 99 Boxcar Happy Holidays 1999 O Gauge 1 48 New in Box Bring a classic turn of the century Christmas train to your layout with this Lionel 6 26243 Christmas 99 boxcar. Decorated in rich holiday red and green with white Happy Holidays 1999 graphics, stockings, toys, a Christmas tree and ornaments, this car captures that late 1990s Lionel Christmas vibe that many collectors grew up with. This is an O Gauge 1 48 scale boxcar with road number 9700. It comes in the original Lionel orange and cream box with display window. The side label on the box lists the premium features you want on a layout ready holiday car. CONDITION Boxcar appears unused and still in its original packaging. Bright crisp graphics on the sides, roof and doors. Window on the box shows normal shelf wear and light scuffing from storage. Outer box has light corner and edge wear from handling. Always review the photos to judge condition for yourself. If you like what you see in the pictures you will like this car in person. FEATURES According to the factory label on the box this car includes Opening doors Metal brake wheel Die cast sprung trucks Magnetic knuckle couplers Metal wheels and axles All of that adds weight, smooth rolling performance and a satisfying look when it is in motion behind your favorite Lionel locomotive. HISTORY AND COLLECTABILITY The late 1990s were an interesting time for Lionel. The company was leaning into nostalgia and seasonal themes, issuing a series of annual Christmas cars that many families bought as a tradition. The 1999 Christmas 9700 boxcar fits right into that era. Holiday cars like this often became the heart of a family Christmas train around the tree. Kids would learn to read the year on the side and remember which Christmas that car entered the fleet. Today these year specific cars are fun time capsules of both Lionel design and personal memories. For collectors, the 6 26243 is a nice addition to any Lionel Christmas series, and for operators it is a perfect way to add a dedicated holiday consist that only runs during the season. Because this example is still in the box, it works well for either side of the hobby. You can keep it preserved as part of a year by year collection or put it to work on the main line and let it do what it was made to do. PERFECT FOR Building or completing a Lionel Christmas and holiday train set Running around the tree with a postwar or modern era Lionel locomotive Adding a dated car to a collection where each year has its own boxcar Gift giving for a Lionel fan born in 1999 or with a special memory from that year Anyone who loves holiday graphics and classic O Gauge rolling stock ITEM DETAILS Brand: Lionel Catalog number: 6 26243 Road number: 9700 Series: Christmas 99 Happy Holidays 1999 boxcar Scale and gauge: O Gauge 1 48 scale Couplers: Magnetic knuckle Trucks: Die cast sprung Construction: Plastic body with metal wheelsets and axles Add this Lionel Christmas 99 boxcar to your railroad and let it bring a little extra red and green to your freight trains every December. Protecting the fun. Lionel 6-26243 1999 Christmas Boxcar – O Gauge 1:48 Scale – Happy Holidays – New in Box Celebrate the magic of the season with this Lionel 1999 Christmas Boxcar (6-26243) , a festive piece that perfectly blends holiday cheer with Lionel’s legendary craftsmanship. Decorated in classic holiday colors of red and green, this collectible boxcar features whimsical artwork—snowman, candy cane, stocking, and tree—alongside the script “Happy Holidays 1999” , making it a standout addition to any Christmas layout or Lionel collection. ✅ Features: O Gauge / 1:48 scale – ready for operation on O or O-27 track Opening doors for added play and display value Die-cast sprung trucks for durability and smooth operation Magnetic couplers compatible with Lionel rolling stock Metal wheels & axles for reliable performance Factory-sealed in original box – never run, preserved for collectors This boxcar isn’t just another holiday release—it represents a tradition Lionel began decades ago, bringing joy to collectors with limited-edition seasonal cars that celebrate the holidays. The 1999 edition was part of Lionel’s yearly Christmas series, now sought after by both vintage train enthusiasts and holiday decorators who love to create festive layouts around the tree. 🎄 Whether you run it on your holiday train set or keep it preserved in its box, this Lionel Christmas Boxcar captures the nostalgic spirit of the season while showcasing Lionel’s high standards of quality. Perfect for collectors, train lovers, or as a unique holiday gift —this is a piece of Christmas train history that only becomes more treasured with time. NEW OLD STOCK, NEVER TAKE OUT THE BOX Lionel 6-26243 1999 Christmas Boxcar New In box Look closely at the pictures to see further details. We ships USPS PLEASE see photos for detailed condition!! . PLEASE LOOK AT THE PHOTOS CAREFULLY BEFORE PURCHASING!! If you are purchasing more than one item from us and would like combined shipping, PLEASE request an adjusted invoice from us while still in the cart and BEFORE paying. 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