Pre-Order From The Lionel 2009 Volume 2 Catalog!

The Lionel 2009 Volume 2 Catalog is here! We have all the items from this volume posted on our preorder website (http://store.trainzpreorder.com). We invite you to browse our website and enjoy special preorder pricing and cash in on the savings with FREE Shipping! The deadline to get your order in is October 22, 2009.

We will continue to take preorders after the deadline, unless it is released or sold out. Keep in mind that occasionally Lionel can sell out of an item before it is even released, so we can not absolutely guarantee delivery on preorders placed after October 22, 2009.

Bookmark this link to stay up to date on current release dates: http://lionel.com/Products/ShippingSchedule/index.cfm

If you have never preordered from Trainz, we welcome you! You will find that our service and handling of your order is top priority. Our customer service is top-notch; at anytime that you have a question or concern you can always reach us promptly by email. We strongly encourage all new customers to visit our FAQ page for details about our fantastic program at http://support.trainz.com.

For questions concerning preorders please email us at preorder@trainz.com Or, you may call us at 1-866-285-5840.

The Terms of this Program are as follows:

• The pre-order deadline is October 22, 2009.
• You must use a valid credit card during checkout. It will not be charged at checkout time.
• We do not accept Paypal for preorders.
• Your credit card will only be charged when we ship your items.
• Items that you order and cancel will be charged a 10% restocking fee.
• Georgia Sales tax will be charged for Georgia orders.

Special Shipment Terms apply for all items sold under this program as follows:

• SHIPPING IS FREE! Lower 48 United States Only.
• We now ship to Alaska, Hawaii & Canada. Please see listing for shipping amount.
• WE SHIP ITEMS TO YOU IMMEDIATELY upon receiving them from the Manufacturer.
• Lionel Shipping Schedule

For questions concerning preorders please go to http://support.trainz.com.

Thank you for shopping with us at Trainz, we look forward to securing your preorder!

The Trainz Crew

2009 Product Video OnLine - Introduction by Jerry Calabrese

Lionel Parts and Repairs

Lionel is combining 3 warehouses that may delay both preorder releases as well as obtaining parts for service. Acording to a Lionel represenative, Lionel will not be sending out any requested parts until August. We apologize for any delays this may cause.

Lionel & MTH Freight Car Sale - This Week Only!

This week only! Save 20% off retail prices on select Lionel and MTH freight cars. The discount will be applied during checkout and expires on May 22, 2009.

Click here to shop Lionel freight cars

Click here to shop MTH freight cars

Rebates on Lionel Vision Line and Conventional Classics

At York, Lionel has announced the following rebate programs for 2009 items:

Vision Line steam locomotives (#11154 and 11155)--$200 each, or $700 if both engines are purchased at the same time.

Conventional Classics: $50 per set (#31784, 38310, 38311, 38312, and 38313).

These items can all be viewed on Trainz.com's Preorder website. Just click the Preorder Store button at the top of the home page.

Be sure to get your orders in today!

Posted by Tommy

Mike Wolf at MTH interviewed by Toy Collector Magazine