{"product_id":"wagon-restaurant-meccano-ciwl-bleu-or-vintage-train-ho-compagnie-international","title":"Meccano CIWL restaurant car, gold blue, vintage HO train, Compagnie International","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature dining car faithfully represents a model from the Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits (CIWL), identifiable by the gilded inscription \"COMPAGNIE INTERNATIONALE DES WAGONS-LITS ET DES GRANDS EXPRESS EUROPÉENS\" on the side. The item is a passenger car type, with an elongated, dark blue body enhanced with gold pinstripes and markings. The mention \"VOITURE-RESTAURANT\" and the distinctive CIWL logo, also in gold, are clearly visible on the side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish has a smooth, shiny appearance, typical of Meccano brand miniature train productions for the HO range. The windows are regularly aligned, each framed by a thin golden border, enhancing the classic elegance of the model. The two-axle bogies are visible, with molded details and wheels attached beneath the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe roof of the car, in dark blue matching the body, is punctuated by small reliefs suggesting vents or technical equipment, characteristic of historic dining cars. No details are visible on the opposite sides or the interior of the car, in accordance with the single angle presented in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire car exhibits a vintage style, likely from the 1950s to 1970s, both in its aesthetics and in the quality of the markings and typography used. The contrast between deep blue and gold gives the model a luxurious look, true to the image of CIWL's prestigious European trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is, with visible signs of wear: some scratches and marks on the body, patina on the roof and sides. The markings remain clear and legible. The wheels and bogies appear complete on the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits, founded in 1872, is famous for operating the Orient-Express and many luxury trains across Europe. Dining cars, introduced in the late 19th century, revolutionized the comfort of long-distance travel by offering gourmet meals on board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller. Our expertise ensures a faithful presentation of each vintage item offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: CIWL dining car, Meccano passenger car, blue gold miniature train, HO Compagnie Internationale, vintage train model, old train carriage, sleeping car, railway dining car, antique toy train, Märklin compatible, model train, blue gold model railway\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54294456107335,"sku":"EBAY-315848497174","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_50827493-e7db-4db2-819b-49fdb348e508.jpg?v=1783274719","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/wagon-restaurant-meccano-ciwl-bleu-or-vintage-train-ho-compagnie-international","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}