Prewar Lionel 1689E Steam Passenger Train Set w/ Sound Tender & Passenger Cars – Tested. Offered for sale is a beautiful all-original prewar Lionel passenger train set from the late 1930s featuring the classic Lionel 1689E steam locomotive, matching whistle/sound tender, and three matching passenger cars. This vintage set has been fully tested and operates great, making it an excellent addition to any prewar Lionel collection or operating layout. The set remains in nice original condition with attractive paint, lettering, and details throughout. The locomotive runs smoothly, and the matching sound tender functions as intended. A wonderful example of one of Lionel’s most popular prewar passenger sets. Lionel 1689E Steam Locomotive. Matching Lionel Sound/Whistle Tender. (2) Lionel 1692 Passenger Coaches. (1) Lionel 1693 Observation Car. Fully tested and operates great. Locomotive runs smoothly in forward and reverse. Sound tender operates properly. Headlight functions as intended. Passenger cars are in nice original condition. Attractive paint and graphics throughout. Normal signs of age and use consistent with an 80+ year-old train set. No major damage or restoration noted. Please review all photos carefully for complete condition details. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a genuine prewar Lionel passenger train set featuring the sought-after 1689E locomotive and matching passenger consist. Whether displayed in a collection or operated on a layout, this classic Lionel set represents the golden age of toy trains.