Because of the line's vintage trains which maintain the old Japanese National Railways colors of red and beige, it remains popular among train enthusiasts.

Sóller by vintage train (2)

(The vintage trains, with their gas engines, were named long ago by loggers who claimed, "You can smell 'em before you can see 'em.")

She then became part of the vintage train, working with Toby and Henrietta.

Starting in 2001, PCRC also introduced a passenger service that included a fully-operational vintage train.

On our return to Abergynolwyn we had a half hour wait to allow the Talyllyn's vintage train to pass through and this allowed us to get a snack in the refreshment room.

To see full-sized vintage trains, visit the Museum of Railway Technology.

The engine has performed regularly at the Bluebell Railway since its overhaul, often to be found operating the line's vintage trains, which is often formed of ex-SECR carriages.

To the Editor: Adam Clymer's article "Traveling Like a Magnate" (Sept. 23), about taking a vintage train across the Canadian Rockies brought back memories.

Mint-grade vintage trains are always coming onto the market, Mr. Stout said.