Marklin Passenger Cars (real nice)

[railandsail]

I have 4 really nice Marklin passenger cars (HO scale) that I am trying to identify and put a value on.

So far I found this:
http://www.hfkern.de/Maerklin_Wagen/Rheingold.html

My cars are:
#20 504
#20 501
#24 508
#24 505

[railandsail]

couple more photos...

...and the table lights are individually lite

[stationmaster]

I am not up on European trains. But from the pictures, I would judge them as C-6, very good condition if I were selling them.

[tworail]

This is a very nice set. Does it come in one complete box? Any product numbers?

From what I have seen Rheingold cars are sought after by Marklin hobbyists. Myself, knowing a little about Marklin, I would pay $150-200 for the 4 cars, at a minimum. I have always wanted a set.

An eBay auction for a recent set (ie manufactured in the last couple years, which was a 5 car set as it included the baggage car) went for around $275 if I remember correctly. This was mint condition in the box.

Regarding condition, they look to be in almost new condition, I can see there is dust and lint / hair in some places, which is fine. If there are any noticeable scratches or problems this should be noted as well.