Description: LIVING ESTATE SALE (Details at the end of description) MM/AI For your consideration is a Wilesco D16 made in Germany in the late 1950s/early 1960s.I have inserted a very difficult to read photo that displays a "Made in Western Germany" stamping. This stamping was not used any longer shortly after mid 1950s. The vintage engine (around 60 years old) is in very good condition for its age.It has been air tested (video) and should not give much trouble to operate on steam.You will need some solid fuel pellets (anywhere camping supplies are sold) and distilled water is highly recommended.It has been fired but not abused.It is complete except for the original box that is missing.It is also 100% original. The engine is mechanically very strong.The cosmetic look can be improved : - There is some paint fading, especially on the base of the engine section (photos). - The (decorative) yellow line has deteriorated which might bother a perfectionist. - There are some rare and trivial spots of corrosion here and there ; nothing serious (photos). But this is a great vintage engine... This model is still in production, with some modifications. Here is the link :https://www.wilesco-shop.de/en/stationary-steam-engines/d16-steam-engine.html Please select the shipping system that suits you best. Condition :This Live Steam Engine is in very good vintage condition for its age (it is 60+ years old). It is complete, with the exception of the original box that is missing. It is also 100% original. The engine has been air tested (video) and should not give much trouble to operate on steam. While it is mechanically strong, some cosmetic improvements could be performed (please read description). I would rate it a C6/C7. VERY IMPORTANT : I am offering four shipping options. You can check the cost by clicking next to shipping on "See Details" or make your choice at take-out. The default is usually UPS Ground as Expedited Shipping can be expensive and is not necessarily more reliable. Please keep in mind that I do not control the cost of shipping that is calculated by eBay.Free pick-up is always available (Rock Hill, SC). LESS IMPORTANT : Items are packed and ready for shipping when I make the listing. Combined shipping cannot be done if one item is larger than 8 x 8 x 8 packed. If it is possible, smaller items can be combined upon request prior to the payment. Guarantee : Item is guaranteed to be as described. I am a very honest seller hoping to deal with honest buyers. If I know something is wrong, I will disclose it but I certainly can make an honest mistake and will do my very best to correct it. Warning : Many of these older collectibles are not in compliance with today's safety standards. It is the responsibility of the buyer to determine whether or not they are still suitable for their intended purpose. Adult supervision is indispensable with any steam engine. Packaging :Items are packed carefully and should remain undamaged through a standard level of care during handling. LIVING ESTATE SALE DETAILS :I had my first steam engine when I was 9 years old. That was 65 years ago. I have been collecting them for 25 years and I am now 74. None of my descendants is interested in the collection, so I decided that it was time to liquidate. As of November 2024, I still have over 1,300 engines of all kinds to list. I believe in full disclosure. It takes me about an hour to list one item, between the assessment, the testing, the video, the photos, the description and the very careful packaging. I try to have very reasonable prices. At comparable quality, my prices are probably the lowest on the market.
Price: 199 USD
Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina
End Time: 2024-12-14T16:48:32.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Wilesco D16
Power Type: AC
Type: Fixed
Year Manufactured: 1960
Features: Live Steam
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany