PB Jim wrote:
I agree VC105, massive improvement over the original Sideral bodies which I just don't like.  From their silly mirror arrangements to the restricted forward passenger view with the sloping screen the Sideral left alot to be desired.  The new SC9 is a massive leap forward but it's just sad that the financial position of Sunsundegui is perilous to say the least and it looks like less than 20 of this body will ever see the road in right hand drive.
Sunsundegui's future has now been secured following a restructuring of the company, and Volvo will continue to offer this bodywork in right hand drive even after the changeover to Euro 6. As someone who has travelled on Bus Éireann's VGs, what ruins them for me is the seats, which are every bit as uncomfortable as the seats in the LCs. It's a shame really, as unlike the LCs, they are every bit as good as an Irizar in every other measure (when properly maintained, of course).

Apparently the new SC7 bodied Sunsundegui with the new Volvo B11R chassis will do 11.5 mpg in real world driving, that I think is very competitive for a coach!

Edited 1 time by VWL119 09/04/2013 00:06:16.