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26/05/2011 21:26:21
Redstarcastles wrote: The difference between now and 20 years ago is that DB buses have a resale value. In addition standards have changed in terms of accessibility, emission standards, fuel efficiency etc. As I said, I like the RVs, but they are no use if your mobility ain't the best. The other cities have had fully accessible buses for some time, which is a good thing. Refurb is only worthwhile if you get a good return on your investment. The MCs with a bit of work would last another 10 years. The ADs were withdrawn relatively early, no surprise considering their structural issues! In a way its a pity that DB and BÉ didn't get more MCs back in 2000, a well proven vehicle, very solid and great maintenance aspects. They don't age too badly either. The MC's are an absolute disaster maintenance wise, speaking to people on the garage floor in Limerick they will tell you parts are expensive, parts can be difficult to get and they are not the easiest vehicle to work on, there are usually more of them off the road than on the road in Limerick. I remember back in 2002 in Limerick there was an awful lot of trouble with them, in fact two mercedes technicians from Germany spent a month in the garage sorting out the particular problem! nice bus to drive alright and they do look well when they are painted up, rant over!
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