Stagecoach MCSL - Gillmoss Depot

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RE: Stagecoach Merseyside - Gillmoss Depot

(15/06/2016 23:04)Mayneway Wrote:  I seem to remember this and others were initially used on a long term rail replacement contract but how come its never been treated to a lick of paint? And is it the only one of the commonwealth games batch (as I call them) to still remain in overal red?

17494,501,527,575, where the original 4 for the Birkenhead rail replacements out of those used on commonwealth games. After 17501 lots its roof to a bridge, 17591 was cast in. This only lasted a couple of hours before breaking down and hasn't been on the road since due to fuel issues. Its been repaired and repainted but is awaiting an MOT. As a result of this 17549 was cast in until the end of the contract.

Out of the above, 549 is the only one still in London condition. 494/527/575 are now converted to part opentop and single door conversion and are with City Sightseeing Stratford upon Avon. 17501 still resides in Rock Ferry undergoing a proper open top conversion.