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Assistance in Selling
 a Large Scale Collection
9/30/2020

See our current ads
BTOC, Inc. Train Collection Sales Assistance Policy
  • for Members In Good Standing     or
  • for Spouse or Children of Deceased Member in Good Standing
    (at any time during the 12 months following the passing of the member)
  • provided as a benefit of membership in the BTOC
  • BTOC does not assume any responsibility in the sale or purchase of any goods 
  • all transactions are solely an agreement between the seller and buyer

Although we have had the policy in force for a long time, it has not included the WEB nor has it been clearly stated or codified. With our Members getting older and possibly suffering reduced mobility, a family plan is needed, particularly if families are less interested in either Collectin' or Runnin' our trains.

Complimentary WEB site & BTO Magazine ads for your items or whole collection

Sample ad is shown at the bottom of this page
Change wording to fit your items or collection

BTO Magazine
  • 1 ad per calendar year up to 1/4 page
  • 2 consecutive issues (same ad)
  • all items for sale must be G gauge/Large Scale trains and accessories only
  • content of ad-
    • Member's Name or
      Family member's Name if Member is deceased or incapacitated
    • Contact's email
    • Member's address
    • Contact's phone
    • description of goods for sale (if you include)
      • manufacturer
      • item number
      • description(please do not include price or condition)
      • contact BTOEditor@sbcglobal.net with questions and to submit your ad
BTO WEB Site
  • ad will be posted for 30 days on Member's Only site
  • same ad will be placed on the public site for an additional 30 days
  • all items for sale must be G gauge/Large Scale trains and accessories only
  • content of ad-
    • Member's Name or
      Family member's Name if Member is deceased or incapacitated
    • Contact's email
    • Member's address
    • Contact's phone
    • description of goods for sale (if you include)
      • manufacturer
      • item number
      • description(please do not include price or condition)
      • contact BTOTreasurer@aol.com with questions and to submit your ad
Other Selling Options for Members, Past Members or Non-Members
BTOC does not endorse or support any of the listings below
this listing is provided as a courtesy to any Large Scalers
Facebook
individual postings through your own Facebook page
 
G Gauge/Large Scale groups (membership required)
LGB Train Sales and Trade
LGB Train Fans
G Gauge/Large Scale Model Trains
ebay
individual postings (membership required) - Fees charged
G Gauge/Large Scale Dealers purchase and/or consign collections 
The Club recommends that you start with your local dealer to see what advice or direction they might offer
If you do not have a local dealer we have listed several dealers who have supported club activity and who purchase and/or consign collections
  • Bill Loubsky
  • Jim Kirk
  • Only Trains
  • Upland Trains
  • RLD Hobbies
  • Gold Coast Station
  • Trainz
to name only a few, there are many others

Sample ad for WEB or Magazine - change to suit your needs 

For Sale:
Fellow Members and Friends;


I am downsizing my LGB/Large Scale Collection. It is large and includes engines, rolling stock (including special BTO Club items), buildings and accessories. Some are rare and/or unusual. There are too many to list. Before offering my items on an auction site like ebay, I'd like to give BTO Club members a first chance.

Please contact me and I'll be glad to send a list of items for your perusal.

Your Name (or a contact acting for the Member):   ____________ 
Member Number: ______
E-Mail Address:
xxxxxx@xyz.com
Phone Number: xxx-792-1234


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