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The first new generation doubledeckers arrived in October 2016 in the form of Caetano Boa Vista bodied Scania N410UD. To counteract the competition from Megabus with their Van Hool Astromegas the new coaches were deployed on the London - Bristol corridor. This is CD04 (BV66WPN), christened Nick, seen off loading in Sammy's garage at Victoria in May 2017.
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The rear view of Nick after it had unloaded. Could be very confusing if it was driving towards you in reverse!
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The coach and driver head off to layover.
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Seen later the same day on Eccleston Bridge was CD01 (BV66WPJ), christened Paul. The doubledeckers were operated by Edwards of Llantwit Fadre out of their Bristol base. Alongside is one of Golden Tours MCV bodied Volvo B9TL open toppers, 115 (BF63HDH).
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Seen on Buckingham Palace Road in November 2021 is Boa Vista CD05 (BV66WPN) also headed for Bristol and christened Ray.
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