Thank you very much for the help.

Thank you for your responses. When I saw the nade in China, I had a feeling it was fairly new.  Regards, Bob

It says Bachmann Overland EXpress HO. The boxes the cars are in say the same, but have a "Made in China" on them, so mayme it is much more modern. Maybe purchased for Christmas use. It was purchased from The Great TRain Store in Union Station in Washington DC I have a business card from the store.

I am not 100% sure, but my dad was born in 1921, so I am thinking late 20's.  Although it may have been purchased later, I  do not know. How can I determine the exact year? Thanks

What is the value of a 1920's HO Overland Express electric train set with all original boxes, track, transformer, etc.? It is in perfect working condition and cosmetically is excellant. Any help would be great. I think there are 8 or 9 cars. Has an X track to make figure 8 layout.