Bedford Buses and Coaches
“Bedford Buses and Coaches” by Howard Berry is an illustrated edition published by Amberley Publishing on April 15, 2021. This 96-page book provides a comprehensive overview of Bedford buses and coaches, which were a common sight on roads worldwide until production ceased in 1986. It covers a range of models produced during this period, including the Bedford OB, the six-wheeled Bedford VAL, and the final turbocharged Venturer, highlighting the company’s advertising slogan, “You see them everywhere.”
Readers will find detailed descriptions of various chassis types, alongside 180 photographs that capture the essence of these vehicles during their operational heyday. The book focuses on the transportation sector, particularly public transportation, showcasing the legacy of the Dunstable factory’s production. Each photograph is accompanied by informative captions, providing context and enhancing the reader’s understanding of Bedford’s impact on the transportation landscape.
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Until production ceased in 1986, Bedford buses and coaches were a familiar sight on roads across the world. From the ubiquitous Bedford OB and the distinctive six-wheeled Bedford VAL right up to the final model, the air-suspended turbocharged Venturer, the advertising slogan ‘You see them everywhere’ was perfectly suited to the company.Covering the period from 1960 until the end of production, this book gives an overview of the majority of models produced during this period including the VAM, VAL and Y types. Containing a brief description of each chassis type and 180 photographs, most in colour and all with informative captions, it showcases the products of the Dunstable factory in their operating heyday.
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