Bidspirit auction | Lionel O and O27 Gauge

Lionel O and O27 Gauge Chicago and Alton Chicago Observation Car No. 6-9558 - Lionel model train passenger car, specifically the Chicago and Alton Chicago Observation Car, model number 6-9558. This O and O27 gauge model features a plastic body construction with metal wheels and couplers. The car is decorated in a red and maroon paint scheme with gold-tone accents and lettering. It is designed for interior illumination during operation. The item is housed in its original illustrated cardboard window box. The end flap of the box is printed with LIONEL, O AND O27 GAUGE, CHICAGO & ALTON, CHICAGO OBSERVATION CAR, and 6-9558. The front of the box reads LIONEL, O AND O27 GAUGE, Illuminated Passenger Car, and For ages 8 to adult. The car body displays C & A, THE ALTON LIMITED, and CHICAGO. The back of the packaging illustrates various Lionel accessories including bridges, signals, and station kits. The observation car appears to be in very good condition with vibrant paint and clear lettering. It is complete with original packaging. The box shows moderate shelf wear, including edge scuffing, minor creasing, and softened corners. The functionality of the internal lighting has not been verified.