Your memories of 20 years of the MDDW!

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RE: Your memories of 20 years of the MDDW!
What is the most unexpected change over that time?
Ten years ago I never expected so many of Liverpool's trunk routes would be converted to decker operation when at the time many of the busiest routes were operated by Cadets, Darts and 44-seat saloons. I don't think I'll ever understand the logic of thinking Cadets and Darts were suitable vehicle types for Gillmoss, Green Lane or Speke when neither of those types should have been near any of those depots

What 'could have beens' do you remember the most?
The introduction of articulated Citaros on the Isle of Man. I was very happy when that idea was scrapped!

What is your favourite bus or type over that period?
The ones which stand out are the DAF/VDL DB250, DAF SB220, Neoplan N4016, VDL SB200 and Volvo B10B

Favourite liveries (or least favourite) from that time?
Favourites: Arriva "hybrid", Glenvale Transport (red and cream), Go North West (135/MCR/Orbits) and Isle of Man Transport
Least favourite: Bus Vannin (silver)

What is your own personal favourite photograph of a bus taken during that time?
I have a few

Arriva North West 2345: https://www.flickr.com/photos/n606cka/16212547274/
Arriva North West 4646: https://www.flickr.com/photos/n606cka/17356055192/
Arriva North West 8214: https://www.flickr.com/photos/n606cka/15225597747/