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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Cast iron cars

« on: March 30, 2012, 11:02:28 am »

I really don't know much about antiques/collectables.

Why is it the majority of antiques/collectables increase in value with restoration and these are the opposite? Or am I off base here.

Also I am interested in purchasing an antique price guide book any recommendations?

Thanks for the warning about restoration.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Cast iron cars

« on: March 29, 2012, 05:51:21 pm »

Thank you all for information.
I am going to swing by a local antique shop and see what they think.
I am also wondering if it's possible to get restoration done on these cars?
If it is do you thing it would increase the value much?
I would really like to see what they looked like.

Thanks again.

Justyn.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Iron cast cars

« on: March 27, 2012, 06:41:35 pm »

More photos.

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Antique Questions Forum / Cast iron cars

« on: March 27, 2012, 06:39:00 pm »

Hey all.

My grandfather gave my mother these two cast iron cars and she passed them on to me.
I did some research on them but can't come up with a value of worth?
They are from a company called Arcade in Freeport Ill. Stamped on the underside of both cars.
Also stamped is a 3 digit number. I can't quite make it out but one starts with a 5 the other a 3.
They both appear the same except for one aspect. One has rubber wheels.
I have searched for pictures but can't seem to find this particular car.
There is no paint on them and no rust that I see.
They are very heavy and mostly smooth surface.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
I have 3 more photos but cant attach anymore or can I?