Vintage 1940s Buddy L Pressed Steel "Sit-N-Ride" Extension Ladder Fire Truck - 30" Articulated Tractor Trailer - Repair / Restoration Parts Lot

**Manufacturer:** Buddy L Toy Co. (East Moline, IL) **Era:** Late 1940s / Early 1950s **Model:** "Sit-N-Ride" Extension Ladder Fire Truck (Articulated Tractor & Trailer) **Total Length:** Approx. 29.5" to 30" **Material:** Heavy-Gauge Pressed Steel **Description & Condition Report:** Up for bid is an authentic, mid-century vintage Buddy L "Sit-N-Ride" fire engine rig. This lot includes both the front cab/tractor and the rear extension ladder trailer section. This piece shows a beautifully aged, honest play-worn patina with original red paint, surface oxidation, scratches, and minor rust spots ideal for a full restoration project or as a high-value donor parts lot. * **Trailer Section:** Features highly legible original yellow stenciling/decals reading "Extension Ladder" and "Fire Truck" on the side flanks. The dual rear wheels are original with solid rubber tires and center hubcaps. The primary white-painted metal extension ladder mechanism is intact, mounted properly to the trailer frame, and includes the original red lift crank handle. (Missing side auxiliary wood ladders and rider seat). * **Cab Section:** Stamped "Buddy" on both cab doors. Solid rubber front tires and axles are present. The nose sheet metal is heavily warped/dented along the center front seam, and it is missing the drop-in nickel-plated front grille/bumper assembly. The hole for the overhead steering rod is present on the cowl, but the wire handle itself is missing. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to evaluate the exact metal condition, alignments, and missing hardware. Sold 100% as-is, where-is, as a premium restoration candidate or parts-donor item!