Throwback Thursday

Fresh from refurbishment in October 1991, the first Atlantean with a Palatine front 71 poses alongside the two Seagull Coaches Atlanteans, refurbished over the previous winter. 71 was new as Fylde 85, 24 was new as 74 and 25 was new as 75. 24 is better known as 44 in the Fylde Bus Collection, while 25 is also preserved as 45. (Keith Till)

View from the other side with 25 nearest the camera. Note different width number blinds on the two coaches. (Keith Till)

Fylde 71 ready for MOT in 40th Year

71 back on four wheels after a rear spring repair (Mark Penney)

After a few years off the rally scene with minor panel accident damage, Fylde Atlantean 71 is almost ready for MOT which is booked for August. Subject to a successful test, 71 is expected to make its debut on Monday 28 August at the Ribble Vehicle Preservation Trust Lytham Hall Running Day.