Imagine, riding in the club car sipping on a Negroni
@ebt122 жыл бұрын
The Blue Comet set is beautiful. When I worked at Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh, we had a number of these cars, some duplicates, and three engines. I learned how to repair and maintain Lionel motors by working on these engines. Now I am slowly getting my own set, piece by piece. The only change is I am replacing the incandescent bulbs with LED tape.
@lawrence1420022 жыл бұрын
Bobby Baccala died for this train...
@falcon504510 ай бұрын
I just saw that episode you're referencing! I knew as soon as I saw the title of the episode it had to do with Bobby! Man The Sopranos a fantastic show!
@zendoargos49883 жыл бұрын
There are a lot of people that have the modern scale locomotives and rolling stock that consider Postwar and MPC trains junk. They prefer highly detailed true to prototype units with all the bells and whistles over the old stuff that ironically has at most a bell and a whistle. As a Postwar/MPC guy myself it's good to see that you've got room for both the super detailed new stuff and the whimsical older stuff on your layout.
@starlightproductions97233 жыл бұрын
What a shame people like that still exist in the hobby.. On the other hand I also had an encounter with postwar people who heavily disliked Modern and considered them a junk also. Wonder when the hobby can unite on which era they model. Guess you can’t please everyone.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
I love it all! I get it that some collectors prefer specific items and model specific eras. For me, I find all of it exciting. This is one of the great parts of the hobby: you can enjoy it however you want.
@starlightproductions97233 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrains That’s fantastic! While I mostly have Modern, I absolutely love the standard gauge and postwar stuff that I own! Hm speaking of, perhaps a Standard gauge video in the future? That is if you can acquire them without selling your kidney hah
@williamkolina39883 жыл бұрын
You are like a child at xmas.and that's a good thing.MPC is so colorful.they have a certain charm,that you made me rediscover.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Haha, I do love these trains!
@paulmatulavich73213 жыл бұрын
What a profound observation; 'MPC - An era to be celebrated unto its own.' As an old postwar purist, you are opening my eyes to this long neglected period of O gauge trains.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
It took me a while to start digging into MPC as well. I have found some really interesting sets in this era.
@timnewman117211 ай бұрын
I was a teenager when the Blue Comet set came out... I was modeling in HO at the time, and this set was just way more than I could afford at the time. As an older person, I have come to really appreciate the MPC era and as I move to a new home, I'm eyballing a space in the basement to finally build tha O-guage layout!
@jameswaters40242 жыл бұрын
The pure look of joy is priceless. Happiness is a train. If you are a train fan you will know that look. Roll on brother.
@q.h.s50513 жыл бұрын
Holy cow! I haven’t seen a blue Comet since I saw “I Love Toy Trains 5” years ago. Awesome you have the whole thing!
@davidbuck93903 жыл бұрын
I bought this set new in 1978 and then the add-on cars when first produced. My older daughter is now the proud owner of the MPC Blue Comet to share with her Children. Looking forward to see them running this Christmas. Love seeing you run yours.
@cpnscarlet2 жыл бұрын
Good for you. Got my Blue Comet in 1978 (at 17) as a Christmas surprise and bought the 5 cars the next week. I have converted it to TMCC and it has always run like a champ - fastest engine I have.
@davidliebowitz8203 жыл бұрын
The colors are so bold. Love mine. Great runner, as vintage as it is. Got mine from eBay years ago. Always wanted one.
@paulmatulavich73213 жыл бұрын
I love the pure excitement and enthusiasm evident on your face while opening your Blue Comet. Yes, I too have searched far and wide for my holy grail - a mint condition Lionel 2159W set from 1950. Still searching.
@kstirmel3 жыл бұрын
Now all you need is the Milwaukee Road set from the MPC era. Theirs elevan cars to that set total.
@SteveRenon7 ай бұрын
Just bought the Southern Cresent last Sunday. Had it serviced and an led light added. I'm new to this hobby but I get the love for this era of trains. The Blue Comet looks Great.
@kevinstern67973 жыл бұрын
The ‘70s was my era for Lionel trains. Had 3 complete ready to run train sets. Got the Silver Star set for Christmas 1972. Golden State Arrow set for Christmas 1975. Huge Santa Fe GP-20 diesel. Lighted caboose. Huge layout with 2 remote switches. Got the matching GP-20 dummy unit. Fav Christmas present I got as a kid. 1978 got the Amtrak Lake Shore Limited set.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Very cool!
@pinchy083 ай бұрын
These are easy to find on eBay nowadays. I might just get my hands on one when my chance comes. I do have a few Lionel sets with the old fashioned transformer. So it’ll work well. I instantly fell in love with this set when I saw it in an old Lionel magazine I used to own. What an eye opener.
@johnstup44793 жыл бұрын
Those MPC era trains were something way back when. Cool to see the MPC Blue Comet running. Thanks Chris!
@ChrisHiblerPinball3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on that sweet acquisition. The Blue Comet set looks really good!
@TheBNSFengineer3 жыл бұрын
These videos radiate so much energy alike the old I love toy trains video series and it's great! Love watching these videos and seeing all these colorful and historic sets running.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I really enjoy making these videos
@johnsheam433 жыл бұрын
Awesome!! I just got an MPC era set With a Pennsy EP-5 electric and 4 passengers cars and I’m loving it! MPC really had some great products. Surprisingly cheap too!
@The.Dude.Abides. Жыл бұрын
The train set that did Bobby Bacala in. $8000 he was going to pay for that set before he was gunned down by Phil’s men.
@benjones76773 жыл бұрын
I just received mine yesterday! It is so AWESOME!!!!
@railfanjackson45313 жыл бұрын
There’s always been a certain magic to classic Lionel trains, a childhood nostalgia that I’m sure anyone who’s familiar with this hobby can relate to. Keep up the excellent work Chris
@dennislivesey82823 жыл бұрын
Running them fast and fun like toy trains should be!
@ronstrainsandmore2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely outstanding Lionel MPC Era set great locomotive also!! I luv those Hudson's from the MPC Era! Well all MPC Era trains really I want em all lol!! Model trains are definitely the greatest hobby in the world!! Great video!
@samsogaugetrains86703 жыл бұрын
Looks wonderful! The only one I have left to pick up is the Southern Crescent!
@dagryffynhobby3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! These colorful sets are really starting to grow on me. You have some really nice trains. 👍
@jaymesmith73613 жыл бұрын
Just found the channel. Really enjoying the content. Keep up the amazing work sir!
@tjimmy713 жыл бұрын
That’s just great, Chris… now I want one!! LOL!
@jasong83773 жыл бұрын
I'm a flyer guy myself with an extensive layout I can run 7 trains at anyone time I have a few lionel but don't run them it was nice to see someone younger that has a passion for the hobby I've been thinking I'm a dying breed I'm 51
@SASEntertainment3 жыл бұрын
The ATSF 8900 has slipped through my hands 3 different times in the past year, breaking my heart because its my favorite of the era. My great uncle, who had a huge train layout and got me into the hobby had one. His MPC’s were the locomotives that I played with and that’s why I bought the Chicago and Alton. He told me about riding on the SF and SP, he had all these stories that I would listen to like it was the greatest story time. I am going to succeed and get the ATSF 8900 one of these days. I am even more motivated to get it after seeing your video. I hope you had an awesome Father’s Day and see you around the bend ❤️
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
I know you will find it! If I could find it, you definitely will. Sounds like you have an awesome Uncle!
@SASEntertainment3 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrains my uncle Vernon was a precious man and I get my humor and orneriness from him. I just remember always being excited for my grandpa to take me to uncle Vernon’s home because he always had a cherry 🍒 Pepsi waiting…a Roy Rogers as he would say and then he’d take me to his garage for me to see his train collection. I always was enamored by the smoke and the mountains that he had built, the train station and country style homes and stores. He had minimal lighting because of the small village that was like a small valley between mountainsides. It was that Santa Fe 8900 that I always chose to run with him, immersing myself into the scene as if I was riding the train through this village. He’s been gone 11 years this September, but he lived to 90 years old and those memories, held close to my heart, feel like yesterday. As for getting my hands on the SF 8900, I know I will. I was outbid twice when I was unable to watch the auction as closely due to work and I had one where the owner and I had a deal, but I had to wait for payday and he was willing to wait. However, I made it clear that I wanted him to take the best offer if it came between our deal and my ability to pay. Well, someone not only came in to pay more, but over bid not only my offer, but the original offer by $50 which was over $100 above my offer. I believe that everything happens for a reason, the owner may have needed the funds and a different SF 8900 would be mine at a different point in time. I did just get a great deal on a Lionel Santa Fe 4115 that arrives today. I always enjoy your videos and I am so glad that you are getting the recognition for your hard work on this hobby. I believe that you are helping to grow the hobby and the community. Keep up the great work, Chris ❤️
@ralphmiller26203 жыл бұрын
My mother and father gave me the MPC Blue Comet set for Christmas in 1978, the diner car was a birthday gift the following year when it came out. I sold my set during my divorce and now I wish I hadn't done it. I could go out and assemble a second set but it is not the one my parents gave me. I really enjoy your video presentations. You could easily do this professionally because your voice carries very well for broadcasting and the camera likes you. AND you love the subject of toy and model trains. Keep up the great work!!
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words Ralph and for sharing your story. I can only imagine having a mint set but you can still find these in great condition. But I understand that it could never replace your original set. Thank you again for watching!
@horror-metal-mike43203 жыл бұрын
Very NICE MPC BLUE COMET set Chris! I want the CHESAPEAKE FLYER vintage set! I've already got three 1970s Lionel train sets. Two WABASH CANNONBALL sets and one ROCK ISLAND set! Thanks for sharing Chris!
@seangraham28793 жыл бұрын
Man beautiful set and also love your energy got me all hyped up to
@wcmodelrailroad3 жыл бұрын
Great Blue comet set Chris, now you have me itching for an MPC set.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Do it! Waiting for you to show some vintage sets on your layout. :)
@wcmodelrailroad3 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrainsChicago and Alton here I come :)
@thebigserg3 жыл бұрын
A blessing to see such a great and awesome layout and of course all the trains running... I’m 10 Year old kid trapped in a 50 year old body!!! 😂. Great job RBP Trains!!! FYI just subscribed ... toot toot!!
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And glad to have you here!
@dominicliner16093 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrains how many layouts have you got.
@theknickerbocker58083 жыл бұрын
I wanted that set when I was a kid. Begged my parents for Xmas for years
@christopherconnors23243 жыл бұрын
Wow! That was great! Hope you do more MPC videos!
@richd95053 жыл бұрын
I really liked the show. I picked up a set of blue comet. It was nice with your other sets.
@joealberti85533 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! I always loved the Blue Comet, since the first time I saw it in my Tyco HO catalog, but never thought I'd get to own one. I started model railroading seriously when the pandemic started and decided to go with Lionel O and O27 trains.I started looking for the Blue Comet, and the prices almost knocked me out of my chair. After seeing your video, I went online and searched eBay, and found the exact same Lionel MPC set as yours in very nice condition. I started watching it, and the seller sent me an offer I couldn't refuse, so I bought it. Can't wait for it to come. Now, I just need to get the rest of the cars to complete the set. Thanks again!
@joealberti8553 Жыл бұрын
I finally completed my Blue Comet with the addition of all the passenger cars and the diner car. It is my pride and joy! :-)
@bendoss36 Жыл бұрын
So awesome, I love your videos and all the trains in them.
@Geo3Rail3 жыл бұрын
Great collection and really well presented. I like your perspective on the trains.
@cheapbastardmodeltrains72103 жыл бұрын
That's awesome. I didn't know that they made a MPC Blue Comet.
@joe-r24053 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris... .I'm in the hunt myself for a MPC Blue Comet Set
@necjerseyrailfan75003 жыл бұрын
Its so cool when you compare the older mpc blue comet to the newer one
@DelcoImagery3 жыл бұрын
Ikr
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
The comparison fascinates me. It is interesting to look at the differences up close between the eras. Thanks for watching!
@FordEnthusiast4133 жыл бұрын
Another great video! Love the Blue Comet!!!
@kjchicago13 жыл бұрын
Man, oh Man! What A Train Collection!
@charlesmcclure59943 жыл бұрын
That is definitely a beautiful set it looks like it runs like a Swiss watch
@ericcoffedgp403 жыл бұрын
I really like the lionel MPC era stuff! I love how colorful all of the locomotives and rolling stock are!
@mikec5699 Жыл бұрын
My son and I enjoyed your review I’ve got to say that every time I watch ,you remind me of Jim Carey !
@ATTLASSXD3 жыл бұрын
NICE JOB ON GETTING THIS TRAIN IN THIS ECONOMY I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THE BEST THE WORLD HAS TO OFFER AND GREAT JOB ON GETTING YOUR FAVORITE SET OF TRAINS:)
@trainroomgary3 жыл бұрын
🚂 Cool MPC set • Classic Lionel • nice find 👀
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary!
@scottbruce86953 жыл бұрын
Cant wait till he buys an MPC Daylight set.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
I will fall out of my chair if I find that one!
@carlpeduzzi37803 жыл бұрын
As I mentioned in a previous video, I love the Blue Comet. I had an MPC Blue Comet and full set of passenger cars for a number of years. When I moved into HO scale, and it had been sitting around for years, I sold it off. I always regretted that decision. I did manage to find the MTH Proto 3.0 Blue Comet and I am piecing together a set of scale cars - great engine. I will find an MPC Blue Comet one day.
@mslickstrains3 жыл бұрын
Man that thing is pristine. Everyone loves the blue comet
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
There is something about the Blue Comet
@mslickstrains3 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrains probably the beautiful blue
@ginofabbricante30303 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris!! I never knew it was two-tone blue similar to the prewar models!! To my recollection I believe the cars in the set are named after real comets?! I agree about lubricating engines before their first run:D
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gino and I believe you are right! Gotta grease those engines :) Thanks as always!
@nightisright18733 жыл бұрын
God I love the Mpc era box’s I love how on the inside they have the top slot for the cards
@LIMowersAndMore3 жыл бұрын
I just discovered your channel and I love it! Keep up these great reviews and train videos!
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thank you and glad to have you here!
@LIMowersAndMore3 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrains you’re welcome! I need to start my layout after I move! I have a lot of Lionel mth and Williams I need to get out of storage!
@mjmcrae11683 жыл бұрын
I love the lighted passenger carriages!
@tommilroy45553 жыл бұрын
Nice job, Chris...Enjoyed it a lot and love the layout!
@jasonrackawack93693 жыл бұрын
I love the history of the real train and Lionel's it is my favorite set I have, Yours looks great with all the cars on a large layout. Mine has had the tender modifed with a 1990s rail sounds tender, and some additional postwar hudson details added like the swinging bell and flag holders on the front. I have the diner car and also a factory error car with no names stamped on it. 7 cars total. Funny to have a consist that is actually longer thsn the real train. Neat video 😉👍
@Charles100193 жыл бұрын
That's cool, glad I found this Channel
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Charles! Glad to have you here.
@StephenKoferl3 жыл бұрын
As always a great job, I just bought the Blue Comet set.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Looks like yours is mint! One of these days I hope to see your layout and collection in person!
@StephenKoferl3 жыл бұрын
Your always welcome, I hope to see your layout and collection in person too!
@raymondleggs55083 жыл бұрын
Some of these trains form this era were 3 rail DC, like trix express which is a 3 rail DC HO gauge system with deep flanges on the wheels. but in O gauge.
@rocktheviewer72013 жыл бұрын
This was in my recommended Im impressed, good job! you have earned 1 new subscriber.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Welcome aboard!
@davidfortney29703 жыл бұрын
Nice set Chris, bought mine in 1979 and still runs today. All it takes is a little care and they will run for ever. A lot of people think MPC is junk but as you know there are some great trains Lionel made in the MPC ERA.
@TheCardboardJedi3 жыл бұрын
nothing like a good long haul successful hunt! bravo!!
@stevedefilippis23273 жыл бұрын
love MPC, and The Blue Comet
@ogaugesantafeandbnsf11573 жыл бұрын
Very cool. Awesome find with that blue comet. Another 5 star video my friend.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Audamus3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Chris!! Watching your channel I’ve slowly developed a love for MPC as well! Guess i gotta snag some up from my local hobby shop, talk to ya soon~!!
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Yes you do Johnny! Looking forward to your next vid and great run session vid this week!
@Audamus3 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrains Thank you~!! Layout overview video is coming up next~!!
@phillyguy85413 жыл бұрын
The MPC engines looked great and some of them ran great as well. You will notice, however, that all the samples like the Blue Comet had plastic gears which didn't hold up too well. I had many MPC engines but I limited my self to the Berkshire and Northern styles because they were made just as rugged as their post-war predecessors with all metal gears and drives.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Great point and I am keeping a nervous eye on those gears.
@rayblack61833 жыл бұрын
That's really nice.now I want one! Different from being black steam engines.
@AnthonyVenini11 ай бұрын
I have a Lionel MPC Chessie Steam Special set. I love it. I am too in search of the Blue Comet and Chicago & Alton MPC sets as well.
@woodyglendell74003 жыл бұрын
Looked at your layout. Instant subscription attack!
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@greenbeacon3943 жыл бұрын
The Blue Comet cars were a definite improvement over the Southern Crescent cars
@JerzeyBoy3 жыл бұрын
Jersey Central Lines Blue Comet. A name I would love a NJT Train to be wrapped in for heritage colors.
@diecastcollector79823 жыл бұрын
nice train set you got there
@williamkolina39883 жыл бұрын
Also,as usual another great presentation.your layout is worthy of ogm article
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! I will be sharing an announcement on the topic of Articles in the near future. Exciting times!
@travisbenson8956 Жыл бұрын
Saying hi from Clinton NJ!
@waltercarpenito17373 жыл бұрын
nice to have grate set like yours have to stay indoors will be around 120-degrees here all week -do have ho-scale -no room for -larger --nice video first class layout to thanks wc
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
120 degrees, wow! If it was that hot outside I would also be in here running the trains. Thanks for watching!
@timstrainroom80073 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I love your enthusiastic attitude (ok childlike and that is not a criticizing remark my man) because it is so like me. I love love love that Blue Comet. So awesome. I just got my purchase today (Saturday) from my east bound trip to Nicholas Smith Trains. Yeah, two weeks later, long story, and I was in absolute awe over the Williams, Texas Special. I think I could have out shined you when I opened that one. When I was a child I had one and it meant so much to me to get it when I did. As I said in previous comments I have to find that Blue Comet. Like you Chris, I ALWAYS lube my trains new and especially used…great tip for model railroaders. Again my friend, excellent idea. Keep em coming. By the way, tell everyone in the next video about your shirts.
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
You will have to fill me in on the shipping part! I love those Texas Special sets. Speaking of shirts, I am working on some new ones so I don’t wear this one out, haha!
@timstrainroom80073 жыл бұрын
@@RBPTrains check your email later this week. I’ll give you the details. By the way. I like that shirt! LOL
@dominicliner16093 жыл бұрын
Hi RBP Trains I like your train layout. I live in New Zealand and I got 7 model railway layouts at my home and I am a in a model railway club in New Zealand.
@MESA-East-Model-RR3 жыл бұрын
I don’t think it is legal to have that much fun! Nice find!
@mistermadmachine63113 жыл бұрын
Lionel: here is our old blue comet from the 70s Also Lionel: here is our lioncheif comet Me: if I can get both I’ll take both
@michaeljordan60083 жыл бұрын
Very cool. Glad they’re still expensive to maintain exclusivity.
@mjmonjure3 жыл бұрын
I found a set on eBay which looked to be in excellent condition with the 5 car passenger set. Gets here on Wednesday, Can’t wait🤪
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@kiscofallsrailroad3 жыл бұрын
Great video and presentation. 👏👏
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@moparmikesr3 жыл бұрын
Love the MPC era I'm starting to collect more of them I have the Southern set, I want the Comet, C&A as well and the rest in the series great trains I like them all but my budget is more MPC affordable than the newer Legacy scale, I do have some Lionel early scale trains Commadore Vanderbilt, the 1995 763, and the scale 50th Anniversary Hudson set and most the 18 inch Passenger cars for the Vandy a really nice layout you have had tear mine down but planning a new one soon take care keepum comin love the vids take care
@MustangsTrainsMowers3 жыл бұрын
Around 83-84 Carr’s Hobby in Duluth Minnesota still had the 1981 N&W J 611 (Lionel 8100) and passenger car set for $700. My mom pledged the $400 child support check for me to buy some train something. I told her that once we bought the set it would be easy to sell the passenger cars and she didn’t believe me. I said well I could probably find the engine through one of the wholesale sellers in a hobby magazine, but she said why don’t you pick something from a local hobby shop so I looked at a Great Northern 3100 4-8-4. She then said make up your mind without giving me a deadline. Then one day she said oh I mailed that $400 to church headquarters which was The World Wide Church of God in Pasadena California,,, the wacko cult we were in back then. Still haven’t gotten a 611. I’ve put a bunch of my trains for sale so I could buy one and I’ve gotten nothing but crickets.
@Uptownloki473 жыл бұрын
I’ve always wanted a Blue Comet. Wish they weren’t so expensive.
@juango5003 жыл бұрын
You have such beautiful engines! Wished I could even afford a single one because the conversion rate here is terrible.
@Manwholikestrains2 жыл бұрын
I just got this set an the add on car although it’s going to take some tlc to get it running properly because I did get it at a train show by the way thanks for the advice to go to a train show
@dansterland18243 жыл бұрын
blue commet that looks ace pity we cant get one in oo gauge great video plus love the layout it o scale jw :)
@BigBoi7473 жыл бұрын
This locomotive is very sick
@brucehensley87703 жыл бұрын
Hadn't seen one of those in a while.
@KingTrump20243 жыл бұрын
Amazing find, tender looks to hop up on your diamond though .
@RBPTrains3 жыл бұрын
I was so excited to find this set! All of my lightweight tenders hop on the diamond but it’s all good. Thanks for watching!
@brendanstrains97253 жыл бұрын
I love the color on the blue comet
@claywurzlow84873 жыл бұрын
Iam looking for a special model in 21' myself.... nice video!!!
@FlyingScotsman-ks8iy3 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful train. Could you do a review of the new Lionel lionchef blue comet set.
@RBPTrains2 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion! If I can find one of those sets I will try to review it. :)