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27.01.2023 15:39:38
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Ex Polish according to sticker remains. Need to dig some PolskiBus archives
Bulgaria Bulgaria, Van Hool TD927 Astromega № B 3951 HP
06.11.2022 03:24:16
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And this is it. The last day of bendies in Brighton was 1 November 2022. With the final drive from Universities to the Old Steine at 7:30 pm, the 10-year era is now over.
Due to the age and difficulties in getting spare parts, as well as the high cost of the new articulated vehicles, BHBCC decided to replace them with double-deckers and shorten the intervals between them in the peak hours.
 
At the same time, BHBCC is planning to join Londons' idea to cut emissions and consider ordering Irizar IE Tram vehicles.
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Mercedes-Benz O530 Citaro G № 112
02.08.2022 00:51:28
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Oh, then that explains these stickers on both Scania and Optare https://bikovs.co.uk/bckp/bh.jpg
It looks like they are Big Lemon LTD with the Brighton Horizon Coaches as a trading name or something. Solved. Thanks for info John Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Scania OmniLink № BH55 BUS
01.08.2022 18:08:00
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John? Do you know anything more about these guys? According to Companies House, one of the directors of Big Lemon Coaches, who as I understood launched Brighton Horizon, is also appointed as the Director of Seaford & District, which is part of Go ahead.
The fleet is all ex GoAhead. Interesting, are they subsidiary or separate?
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Scania OmniLink № BH55 BUS
24.06.2022 01:40:04
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Wooow, What a catch! Thought it is sent somewhere for parts to South Africa. Hat off to the owner that it is preserved and brought back to the initial look Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Mercedes-Benz O530 Citaro № MAL15
28.05.2022 19:27:31
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Need to ask Gundars to read at least one of their plates on the original. Are they MC-5xxx numberplates?
Latvia Latvia, Isuzu Turquoise № MV-5290
28.05.2022 15:34:43
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Oh, finally branding them as planned to divide them since the pandemic. City services as Liepājas autobusu parks; Intercity as Lapline and true tourism rides as Rumba Tours.
Will see how long this will hold Well
Latvia Latvia, Isuzu Turquoise № MV-5290
12.05.2022 18:37:48
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This is interesting according to MAN service data. Got Engine failure on delivery in 2002, was sent back to Munich for repairs, then came back to Dealer in 2003 and at that time MAN issued a few recalls while travelled, so they fixed them for about a year and in 2004 it was finally delivered to Sim's Travel, Cumbria and got 04 plates. Unfortunately, no info on the very first plate. Might be the trade plates.
 
By the way 11800 pic on site and this interesting story Well Congrats and thanks
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Neoplan Euroliner № N12 ECS
27.04.2022 20:19:00
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Oh. Nice catch Gundars. Surprisingly quick out, compared with the previous 4th generation batch, which was marinated nearly a year Well
Latvia Latvia, Solaris Urbino IV 18 Facelift № 78441
18.03.2022 21:24:49
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Цитата (Klavs Dimants, 18.03.2022 13:09):
>Первый
Да. Спасибо Eugen97 за фото и апдейты Well
Latvia Latvia, Solaris Urbino IV 18 Facelift № 78419
03.02.2022 23:32:38
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And here we are. VDL Groep has closed VDL Bus & Coach Division by producing the last bus "Citea" today on 3 Feb 2022. Since today, the owner, VDL Groep will convert the bus and coach factory to the ecological housing module production.
United Kingdom United Kingdom, VDL Futura FHD2 № YK16 SOC
28.01.2022 00:22:38
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What a find Well Added Netherlands details.
Very interesting 55 Plate as well. Looks like DVLA just put import date, not the registration
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Marcopolo Viaggio № WU55 EZP
26.01.2022 00:13:37
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As Bognor is 7 miles away from me now, still trying to locate their garage to do a spot run Well
They restarted local routes and school runs on a regular basis, coaches seen every day, but the office is still closed to walk in and ask.
United Kingdom United Kingdom, VDL Futura FHD2 № WA64 CVV
21.01.2022 21:39:55
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Very interesting conversion. By the old pics, it was already produced with low front, but door fitted later, which looks very foreign, comparing for example with Megabus ones, which had a double door for the wheelchair initially. Thanks for photo
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Van Hool T9 Alizée № TUI 4842
18.01.2022 22:04:54
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Unfotunately yes. One of two drivers passed away then Not so
Germany Germany, MAN R08 Lion's Coach L RHC**4 № RD-AA 15
18.01.2022 01:49:23
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Germany Germany, MAN R08 Lion's Coach L RHC**4 № RD-AA 15
11.01.2022 11:10:03
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Oh wow! I heard about it but never seen. Thanks. If I know correct, these were supposed to be made for Hong Kong, but later administration and bankrupt of the factory crossed all plans.
That chassis layout is their style. Same as on old MCWs https://busphoto.club/view/4428/
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Darwen Olympus № P111 KGF
19.11.2021 19:44:52
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As far as I remember, these (logo in bold) are Majestic Travel and the other two (straight letters and stripes) are Majestic Tours. So I vote for Majestic Travel (Hortons) Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Scania Touring HD № YT15 AWG
19.11.2021 19:24:19
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I think it is the time to put Majestic as a separate Brand. Not the first and not the last on site Well
How would be the best to name them, not to confuse them wth other, not related Majestics?
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Scania Touring HD № YT15 AWG
19.10.2021 23:13:56
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Unsure, is it real Travego, or turkish deep overhaul of something older. Will put Travego.
But Finlay, what an exotic place you got. Thanks for sharing these
Kosovo Kosovo, Mercedes-Benz O580-15RHD Travego № 04 587-HO
12.10.2021 00:31:05
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So, let's vote how we do Well We can leave these as Scania OmniExpress, or put Lahden OmniExpress under Scania. Something similar to EastLancs/Darwen
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Scania OmniExpress № YT59 NZO
11.10.2021 18:00:44
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Not sure about these. Any ideas how to keep these? We have one Lithuanian in the list as well which is questionable.
 
They were basically, always made by Lahden finnish bodyshop on Scania chassis, but always sold as Scania OmniExpress. Same with Touring HD which is practically built by Higher, but still sold as Touring HD.
 
But the thing is, not all of these do have second long Serial, what is definitely makes it Lahden VIN
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Scania OmniExpress № YT59 NZO
29.09.2021 20:38:26
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I created. Because, why not Well It was an event, so, yes.
Myself, still have some 2013 Worthing to load to the site. Will try in the shortest time Well
29.09.2021 00:05:52
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Was this WHOTT running day? Can do gallery if needed John
23.08.2021 11:34:32
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This one is very interesting.
It was made for Latvian Universals and should be first, or one of the first conversions at Universals (not Silwi anymore) but they still did not have certification.
Lithuanians applied for conversion certificate of this type faster and passed all needed requirements, so it was forwarded to Lithuania and made at Altas.
Lithuania Lithuania, Altas Tourline № LBM 519
17.08.2021 01:46:36
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Thanks for another Jurmala catch, Gundars Well
Latvia Latvia, Isuzu Citibus № J1005
17.08.2021 01:45:49
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This one was at the same Run, or just passed by John?
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Volvo 9900 № BX20 WYN
11.08.2021 11:45:57
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Latvia Latvia, Mercedes-Benz Tourismo II 15 RHD № 707
28.07.2021 23:06:54
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BL17 XAX (FX19) is with them as well. Seen today in green livery on the new part of a14 Boxworth Services. Awful rain made me not go there Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Caetano Levante II № FX18
21.07.2021 00:05:08
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Galloway Coaches in Ipswich got some on 21 plates for NatEx routes. 3 Overtook me today on the A12 with Galloway on the owner sticker at the luggage cover. Very interesting noise coming from the engine compartment. Whistles as a plane. Never noticed on early ones.
Actually, as we are back to normal, I Will try to get to the Stansted Depot to catch some of these again Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Caetano Levante III № SH252
14.07.2021 02:22:55
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Sorry for the delay John. Gallery for these created ;)
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Duple № 1250
24.06.2021 01:58:15
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Right. This is the new Shearings as I can see.
Any ideas on how do we put them now? Or just go as before by putting them all to Shearings, adding the note of Operator?
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Temsa Safari HD № YJ19 BCO
15.05.2021 01:08:44
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Nice catch. Looks really good and unusual with this black line under the driver's window
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Mercedes-Benz New Tourismo M/3 16 RHD № BF68 ZGX
18.04.2021 23:40:40
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Я насколько смотрю, Univerasls так и не дали сертификацию на них. Все что появились прошли через Silvi. На Universals только табло ставят и наклейки на латышском
Latvia Latvia, Silwi (MB Sprinter) № MT-3457
16.04.2021 00:43:57
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YES. Thanks Gundars!!!
Latvia Latvia, Silwi (MB Sprinter) № 287
13.04.2021 01:38:15
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Не совсем. На переходный период, до момента вступления в силу новых прав перевозчиков по конкурсу на 2021-2031 года, многие маршруты отданы на временный субподряд.
Latvia Latvia, Setra S431DT № 392
29.03.2021 00:59:05
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I am still wondering - where these all will end up after all is back to normal
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Setra S416GT-HD № 330
29.03.2021 00:41:49
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Congrats on 900 Gundars! Nice catch Well
Latvia Latvia, MAN R08 Lion's Coach L RHC**4 № 407
20.03.2021 11:24:44
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Interesting, who is now 876 MRS, as I have picture from Polish Augustow dated by 28.02.2021 with it, while this is in Latvia since January
Latvia Latvia, Setra S431DT № 391
01.12.2020 02:29:41
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According to MAN Service program I check MAN and Neoplan details from time to time, this one was UK MAN Truck and bus showroom demonstrator for nearly a year before the first registration. But in the same time, according to the same service program assembly list, this one is the most "naked" basic version available. Does not even have individual air vents or reading lights. Just grey plastic inserts all way long. Very interesting what did they tried to demonstrate? Usually demonstrators come nearly over packed with extras, to show all available options to potential buyer. This one is completely opposite Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Neoplan Tourliner № 120
29.11.2020 01:27:09
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Цитата (FCox143, 28.11.2020 22:07):
>have you seen this one yourself?
 
No unfortunately. It was bought after I came back to the UK. I hope to catch on one of holidays Well
Germany Germany, Neoplan Cityliner № HX-RR 5050
29.11.2020 01:05:26
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Nice one Finlay. This is still in operation in Latvia, 50 miles from my home city Well
Germany Germany, Neoplan Cityliner № HX-RR 5050
25.11.2020 23:21:28
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Цитата (FCox143, 25.11.2020 19:26):
>Nice catch
 
Thanks. Don't tell anyone I was driving while capturing. Luckily, A12 closure diversion was nearly stationary Very we!
And yes. My fault doing duplicate. Fixed now
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Van Hool TD921 Altano № YJ11 GKE
25.11.2020 02:50:37
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Perfect. Couldn't find. Thank you for info John Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Van Hool TD921 Altano № YJ11 GKE
24.11.2020 23:01:01
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True to be honest. Let's leave it a it is then. And really happy about UK database growth.
Thank you all Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Van Hool TDX27 Astromega № 50265
19.11.2020 15:51:31
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What I am thinking - Would it be a bit easier, if we separate these out of main Stagecoach city bus list, by making something like Oxford Tube Stagecoach? How do you think guys?
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Van Hool TDX27 Astromega № 50265
07.11.2020 02:52:23
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Well. The reg plate is not recognized anymore by DVLA or VOSA.
There are usually 3 routes after school services. Withdrawal to scrap, Export to Ireland or other RHD countries, or stationary. Will check irish forum later. maybe something.
Paragon on KZL plate sold the same day as this, is still with Crawley as P15 CLC
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Plaxton Profile № FJ53 KZE
06.11.2020 12:41:41
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My retirement plan is to get Axial 100 and convert it to mobile home.
Guest sitting area and kitchen on lower deck, and two bedrooms and own hall on the upper.
Then you just need to buy or rent small space at any of the truckyards, connect it to the electricity and wastage, and once per year go for the MOT. And if "feck it, rocket in the ass" mood starts up, fill up and drive on sightseeing tour. Should be cheaper overall than buying a house. And Axial to be honest, is more made for that conversion than any other double decker. These have pretty high roof on top, comparing with Astromegas or Neoplans Well  
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Berkhof Axial 100 № FJ08 FZA
29.10.2020 21:46:19
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Thanks John. Added some history to the note and main transfers.
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Wright StreetLite DF/WF/Max/Vibe № 63180
25.10.2020 19:33:04
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Yes. Looks like they are still part of Pullmanor. Will doublecheck and update profile later today
Thanks. Info updated!
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United Kingdom United Kingdom, Mercedes-Benz Tourismo II 15 RHD № 280
23.10.2020 18:23:32
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Yup John. It was with Park's and HSK 177 short time in autumn 2013, branded as Swallow Coaches. Added info ;)
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Neoplan Starliner № K88 DYS
23.10.2020 18:10:58
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I believe, this one is withdrawn, as in August 2019 there was a yellow VanHool Astromega spotted with CAS-Z 300 plate in Bochum, Germany.
Germany Germany, Neoplan Skyliner № CAS-Z 300
13.10.2020 11:27:00
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Congrats Gundars on 800 Well
Latvia Latvia, Solaris Urbino IV 12 № 67122
13.10.2020 11:21:12
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Nice catch of first here on the 70 plate Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Mercedes-Benz New Tourismo 15 RHD № BV70 UBZ
18.09.2020 01:27:46
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This is something unbelievable.
Even on the high BRT floor, which is plenty above the chassis components, MAN still could not manage to put seats evenly, but stuck some on the Everest mountain height Very we!
Peru Peru, Bonluck Bus № 41061
17.09.2020 21:21:46
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Will do Crawley Luxury as separate Carrier during tonight.
I found some oldies as well. It is time Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Berkhof Axial 50 № 978 VYD
26.08.2020 12:34:27
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By the way. September is in 6 days. Knowing all this crap going on, with pretty much no funds left in the coach industry, which operator will get first 70 plate bus this year? As new decade plates will go with 20/70; 21/71; 22/72 etc.
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Mercedes-Benz Citaro C2 G № BN20 MYG
23.08.2020 20:31:16
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Oh wow. Haven't been there for a while and they got some upgrade during that time.
Dropping off one friend on 29th. Hope to catch these as well even on mobile camera Well
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Mercedes-Benz Citaro C2 G № BN20 MYG
23.06.2020 19:50:51
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"Leger Holidays has acquired the former Shearings brand, it has announced.
 
Shearings’ parent Specialist Leisure Group (SLG) ceased trading in May. SLG blamed the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic for a demise that also captured Caledonian Travel and National Holidays among other subsidiaries. Leger has not purchased those brands.
 
Leger Holidays Chief Executive Ian Henry says that the Rotherham-based company will operate Shearings as a stand-alone brand within its portfolio."
 

Any ideas guys, how we will sort them in the future? Maybe we tick Closed to this carrier, and create new Shearings & Leger?
United Kingdom United Kingdom, Setra S416GT-HD № 228
16.06.2020 19:41:20
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Well. 1 year has passed since this very first photo in the gallery.
Congratulations to site creators, supporters and all of the members!
Latvia Latvia, Mercedes-Benz O350-15RHD Tourismo № 001
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