PRESERVED BUSES & COACHES
| REG | MRL 765 |
| MAKE | AUSTIN |
| MODEL | K8 |
| YEAR | 1950 |
| BODY | Tiverton Coachworks C14F |
| OWNER | Pete Davey |
| HISTORY | The K8 PSV was introduced in
1947, and is based on the K8 25 cwt 3-way van. Production ceased in
1954. This vehicle, new in 1950, and originally operated by Chapman
Brothers in Cornwall. It is one of just five listed in the PSV Circle as being in
preservation, of which only four are roadworthy. Information from: http://wakefield-files.freehostia.com/austins.htm |
| Above photo taken at: | Bristol Vintage Bus Group Rally, Brislington Park, Bristol. |
| Taken on: | 9th August 2009 |
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