Online Personal Property Auction
Lots begin closing Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 6pm
Preview: No In-Person Preview Available
Pick Up: Saturday, November 14, 10am to 4pm - no appointment required
PICKUP & REMOVAL NOTICE: Pickup is available during the published window only. Buyers are responsible for bringing their own help and all supplies needed to pack, load, and secure purchases for transport. Auction Company staff will assist when possible, but buyers should plan assuming no staff assistance will be available. Shipping is not available. All purchases must be picked up in person during the scheduled pickup window. Items not collected by the end of the pickup window will be considered forfeited.
5508 Benedum Drive, Shinnston, WV 26431
This online-only warehouse auction features an extensive collection of model trains, circus-themed railroad equipment and memorabilia, vintage toys, advertising, posters, die-cast vehicles and related collectibles. The catalog includes Lionel, K-Line, Bachmann, Williams, Marklin, IHC, Lima, Corgi, Matchbox and other makers across O, HO, N and G scales, with a particularly strong selection of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey and other circus-themed pieces.
>> AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS <<
• Lionel O Gauge locomotives, rolling stock, transformers and FastTrack
• K-Line Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey passenger cars, stock cars and circus transport equipment
• Bachmann, IHC, Lima, Marklin, Williams and other HO Scale train sets and locomotives
• O, HO, N and G Scale railroad equipment, track, rolling stock and accessories
• Extensive circus-themed train collection with passenger cars, flat cars, wagons and animal cars
• Ringling Bros., Clyde Beatty Cole Bros., King Bros. and other vintage circus posters and advertising
• Circus programs, flyers, signs, scrapbooks, books, pennants and memorabilia
• Corgi, Matchbox and other die-cast circus trucks, trailers and vehicles
• Vintage Tonka trucks, toy cars, firetrucks and assorted collectible toys
• Railroad prints, signs, stamps, ornaments, books and related collectibles
• Large selection of model train transformers, track sections and layout accessories
• Custom-built circus cars, wagons and display pieces, plus much more
Directions: Take I-79 to Exit 125 (WV-131 / Saltwell Road). If traveling northbound, turn left off the ramp; if southbound, turn right. Head east on Saltwell Road past the Exxon station and continue straight for approximately 2 miles. The road will curve and cross back over I-79 on an overpass. Shortly after the overpass, 5508 Benedum Drive will be on your right.
For questions, contact Alan Heldreth at (304) 216-0121 or alan@joerpyleauctions.com.
ONLINE PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION TERMS
Bidding Errors: All bids are binding and final once a lot has sold. Bids cannot be deleted or removed after a lot has closed. The Buyer is advised to review all bids on the review page prior to submission. Outbid notifications are provided as a courtesy only; the Auction Company, Seller, licensees, agents, and employees bear no responsibility for errors, omissions, or timing of outbid notices. The Auction Company reserves the right to refuse off-increment bids.
Online Bidding Disclaimer: The Auction Company utilizes third-party bidding platforms to facilitate the collection and recording of online bids. By agreeing to these terms, the Buyer agrees to hold harmless the Auction Company and all bidding platform providers for technical errors and mistakes arising from connectivity issues on the part of the Auction Company or the Buyer.
Closing Lots: Lots will begin closing at the published time on the date specified. Not all lots close at the same time. Any bid placed within the last 60 seconds of a lot's closing will extend that lot's bidding period. A lot will only close after 60 consecutive seconds of no bidding activity. Closing speed and intervals are determined on a case-by-case basis, typically 1 to 3 lots every 1 to 3 minutes, and are calibrated to complete all lots within approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Buyer's Premium: A 15% Buyer's Premium applies to all online personal property purchases.
As-Is, Where-Is: All items are sold on an As-Is, Where-Is, With All Faults basis without exception. No warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, is offered as to the fitness or merchantability of any item for any purpose. Items offered may be new or used. Used items exhibit some level of wear, damage, or defect by virtue of prior use. Items represented as new may have been subject to storage, handling, display, or other conditions prior to the auction and are not guaranteed to be free of defect. No sale shall be invalidated by reason of any defect, inaccuracy, misdescription, or cataloging error. All marketing materials and descriptions are provided as a guide only and are not guaranteed to be complete or accurate. By bidding, the Buyer accepts all items regardless of any defects or conditions, known or unknown, visible or not. No bids may be withdrawn during or after the auction for any reason.
Inspection: All items are available for inspection virtually through provided photographs and descriptions. No in-person preview is scheduled. By bidding, the Buyer acknowledges having had a full and fair opportunity to inspect the item and agrees to rely solely on the Buyer's own inspection based on provided photographs and descriptions in determining whether and how much to bid.
Removal of Items: Local pickup is available Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 10am to 4pm with no appointment required. The Buyer must bring adequate help and all necessary packing and securing supplies. Auction Company staff will assist when possible; the Buyer should plan and arrive assuming no staff assistance will be available. Shipping, delivery, transport, and storage are not available. All purchases must be removed from the auction location during the scheduled pickup window. Items not retrieved by the removal deadline will be considered forfeited.
Forfeiture: Forfeiture is defined as the Buyer's relinquishment of all ownership and claim to items to the Auction Company with no expectation of reimbursement. The Buyer who forfeits items remains fully responsible for the invoice total. No refunds will be issued in the event of forfeiture.
Payment: The credit card on file will be charged automatically at the conclusion of the auction. If the card is declined, the Buyer will be contacted within 24 hours to arrange alternate payment. The invoice must be paid in full before the Buyer takes possession of any items. Where a card on file has been declined, payment at pickup may be made by cashier's check or money order. Business or personal checks are accepted only with valid photo identification and Auction Company approval. Business or personal checks of $10,000.00 or more must be accompanied by a Bank Letter of Credit. Cash payments at pickup are discouraged.
Gold Coins: The Auction Company does not accept credit card payment for gold coin purchases. If the Buyer's invoice includes gold coins, payment must be tendered by cash, money order, certified check, or wire transfer.
Choice of Venue / Jurisdiction: By registering to bid and accepting these terms, the Buyer agrees and consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the Circuit Court of Harrison County, West Virginia for all disputes arising out of or related to the auction process and sale. The Buyer waives all jurisdictional and venue defenses and affirmatively submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of that Court.
JOE R. PYLE COMPLETE AUCTION & REALTY SERVICE, LLC
d/b/a Joe R Pyle Auctions
Registered West Virginia Auction House
(304) 592-6000 - (888) 875-1599
5546 Benedum Drive, Shinnston, WV 26431
www.joerpyleauctions.com
info@joerpyleauctions.com
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ONLINE PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION TERMS
Bidding Errors: All bids are binding and final once a lot has sold. Bids cannot be deleted or removed after a lot has closed. The Buyer is advised to review all bids on the review page prior to submission. Outbid notifications are provided as a courtesy only; the Auction Company, Seller, licensees, agents, and employees bear no responsibility for errors, omissions, or timing of outbid notices. The Auction Company reserves the right to refuse off-increment bids.
Online Bidding Disclaimer: The Auction Company utilizes third-party bidding platforms to facilitate the collection and recording of online bids. By agreeing to these terms, the Buyer agrees to hold harmless the Auction Company and all bidding platform providers for technical errors and mistakes arising from connectivity issues on the part of the Auction Company or the Buyer.
Closing Lots: Lots will begin closing at the published time on the date specified. Not all lots close at the same time. Any bid placed within the last 60 seconds of a lot's closing will extend that lot's bidding period. A lot will only close after 60 consecutive seconds of no bidding activity. Closing speed and intervals are determined on a case-by-case basis, typically 1 to 3 lots every 1 to 3 minutes, and are calibrated to complete all lots within approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Buyer's Premium: A 15% Buyer's Premium applies to all online personal property purchases.
As-Is, Where-Is: All items are sold on an As-Is, Where-Is, With All Faults basis without exception. No warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, is offered as to the fitness or merchantability of any item for any purpose. Items offered may be new or used. Used items exhibit some level of wear, damage, or defect by virtue of prior use. Items represented as new may have been subject to storage, handling, display, or other conditions prior to the auction and are not guaranteed to be free of defect. No sale shall be invalidated by reason of any defect, inaccuracy, misdescription, or cataloging error. All marketing materials and descriptions are provided as a guide only and are not guaranteed to be complete or accurate. By bidding, the Buyer accepts all items regardless of any defects or conditions, known or unknown, visible or not. No bids may be withdrawn during or after the auction for any reason.
Inspection: All items are available for inspection virtually through provided photographs and descriptions. No in-person preview is scheduled. By bidding, the Buyer acknowledges having had a full and fair opportunity to inspect the item and agrees to rely solely on the Buyer's own inspection based on provided photographs and descriptions in determining whether and how much to bid.
Removal of Items: Local pickup is available Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 10am to 4pm with no appointment required. The Buyer must bring adequate help and all necessary packing and securing supplies. Auction Company staff will assist when possible; the Buyer should plan and arrive assuming no staff assistance will be available. Shipping, delivery, transport, and storage are not available. All purchases must be removed from the auction location during the scheduled pickup window. Items not retrieved by the removal deadline will be considered forfeited.
Forfeiture: Forfeiture is defined as the Buyer's relinquishment of all ownership and claim to items to the Auction Company with no expectation of reimbursement. The Buyer who forfeits items remains fully responsible for the invoice total. No refunds will be issued in the event of forfeiture.
Payment: The credit card on file will be charged automatically at the conclusion of the auction. If the card is declined, the Buyer will be contacted within 24 hours to arrange alternate payment. The invoice must be paid in full before the Buyer takes possession of any items. Where a card on file has been declined, payment at pickup may be made by cashier's check or money order. Business or personal checks are accepted only with valid photo identification and Auction Company approval. Business or personal checks of $10,000.00 or more must be accompanied by a Bank Letter of Credit. Cash payments at pickup are discouraged.
Gold Coins: The Auction Company does not accept credit card payment for gold coin purchases. If the Buyer's invoice includes gold coins, payment must be tendered by cash, money order, certified check, or wire transfer.
Choice of Venue / Jurisdiction: By registering to bid and accepting these terms, the Buyer agrees and consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the Circuit Court of Harrison County, West Virginia for all disputes arising out of or related to the auction process and sale. The Buyer waives all jurisdictional and venue defenses and affirmatively submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of that Court.
JOE R. PYLE COMPLETE AUCTION & REALTY SERVICE, LLC
d/b/a Joe R Pyle Auctions
Registered West Virginia Auction House
(304) 592-6000 - (888) 875-1599
5546 Benedum Drive, Shinnston, WV 26431
www.joerpyleauctions.com
info@joerpyleauctions.com
Joe R Pyle WV212
Charlotte Pyle WV2174
Alan Heldreth WV2224
Jordan Kiger WV2246
Robert Phillips WV1244
Andrew Pyle WV1983
Aaron Pyle WV1982
Tim Bennett WV2007
Bob Stewart, Jr WV825
Bob Stewart, III WV1292
Todd Short WV1649
Steven Phillips WV2335
Tia Wolski WV2351
Taylor Ramsey WV2352
Nick Dawkins WV2410
Ethan Moore WV2354
Jenna Moore WV2453
Steve Yilit WV2488
Bud Shingleton WV1956
Colton McCown WV2463
Kevin Zakariasen WV2482
John Powell WV2481
Thomas Heldreth WV2520A
Taylor Self WV2521A
Brooke Patterson WV2536A
Garrett Wilkerson WV2541A
