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Lionel O Gauge Happy Birthday Personalized Message Boxcar 6-81256 - Lionel O Gauge Happy Birthday Personalized Message Boxcar, catalog number 6-81256. This model is constructed primarily of plastic with die-cast metal sprung trucks and operating couplers. A key feature is the integrated electronic recording and playback mechanism that allows the user to record up to three personalized voice messages, requiring a 9V battery for operation. The boxcar features a brown body decorated with white LIONEL LINES text and large, multicolored stylized HAPPY BIRTHDAY! graphics accompanied by balloon illustrations. A circular white logo containing a stylized L is located on the right side of the car. Markings on the side of the car include 61256 BUILT 2014 BY LIONEL. The item is accompanied by its original factory packaging, including a cardboard window box with a clear plastic insert and the original printed instruction sheet, identified as form 78-1256-250 6/14. The box end panel displays the UPC barcode 0 23922 81256 8 and specifies the item is intended for ages 14 to adult. The boxcar appears to be in excellent, potentially unused condition with no visible wear to the wheels, couplers, or paint. The graphics remain sharp and vibrant. The original box shows minor shelf wear, including slight creasing at the corners and edges, but remains structurally sound with an intact display window. The internal plastic packaging and instructions are present and well-preserved. The electronic recording function is untested.