Fleet File - ex-Bus 40

Fleet Number: ex-40
Registration Number: R208 DKG
First Licensed: 01/11/1997
Type: Optare Excel
Engine Size: 5.9 litres
Chassis Number: VN9169
Seating Capacity: 42
Bodywork: Optare
Notes:

Acquired from Reading Buses in 2001 in exchange for Optare Spectras, Excel 40 was new to Cardiff Bus.

Fitted with a Vultron LED Destination Blind in October 2002.

Sold to South Gloucestershire Bus & Coach Company in August 2006.


Bus 40 - Optare Excel

A view of Bus 40 at the Garage still in Reading Colours before being painted.


Bus 40 - Optare Excel

A view of Bus 40 at the Garage in fleet livery. This vehicle is currently fitted with a demonstration Vultron LED Destination Display which is seen here. Unlike the Bright-Tech LED Displays fitted to our Wright Cadet vehicles we can actually photograph all the display.


Bus 40 - Optare Excel

An off-side view of Bus 40.

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