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Hello Arnold!

Thank you for the reply! My sister has her heart set on it being valuable so she can sell it! Secretly I hope the answer is no so I can try and refurb it myself. Would you know how much roughly it's worth? In the hope that the answer is ' not very much', would you be able to advise on books etc. so I can buy to teach myself how to refurbish it safely.

Many Thanks,

Ulsterman

If that in-line compound engine is anywhere near as well built as it looks like it should be, then it could actually be worth quite a bit, as in four figures easy. If its potential value is of real concern than I would certainly recommend against any ham-fisted novice attempt at restoration. A true Steam Mechanic or good machinist may be what you need, if you are not such yourself. This is most definitely not an engine that would be easy for a beginner to learn on, but if you could source a serious model steam builder/collector to mentor/tutor you, then you may find this to be an incredibly satisfying learning experience!