Bidspirit auction | Lionel O-Gauge Peanuts Christmas Boxcar

Lionel O-Gauge Peanuts Christmas Boxcar Model 6-15097 with Original Box - This Lionel O-gauge model train boxcar, model number 6-15097, features a Peanuts comic strip Christmas theme. The car is constructed with a white plastic body, a red roof, and functional red sliding side doors. The chassis consists of a metal frame with die-cast metal sprung trucks and operating couplers. The exterior graphics on one side depict Peanuts characters including Charlie Brown, Lucy, and Linus holding a banner that reads MERRY CHRISTMAS. The reverse side shows the characters gathered around a decorated Christmas tree alongside the PEANUTS by Schulz logo. Visible markings on the sliding doors include 15097 BUILT 2012 BY LIONEL. The underframe is stamped MADE IN THE U.S.A. The item is contained within its original color-printed window display box, which bears the Lionel logo, model number 6-15097, and a 2012 copyright date for Lionel L.L.C. The boxcar is in excellent, like-new condition with no visible signs of wear or operation. The original window box is present and intact, showing only very minor shelf wear and light scuffing to the clear display window.