Yesterday the FedEx driver handed me my AF Polar Express and as she did, she said there was a rattle inside the set. My first thought was something broken or loose. Very careful I opened the box to look & behole, the rattle was from the big bell included with the set. I am very pleased with the set and
am not troubled with the uproar about the steps on the obv. car. Afterall, it is a toy just like the Polar Express is a fantasy. I purchased this set from Charlie Ro as I do with all my trains. He has the best prices and delivery and is the cheapest around. p.s my steps are staying on!