Although the large quality Independent coach operators like their Company counterparts tended to shun lightweight models prefering the more durable quality marques like AEC, Leyland and Volvo there was still often a place for a few of those less sophisticated lightweight Bedfords or Fords for the easier jobs. Probably these were leased for a couple of years and returned which mean't that the fleet age profile could always remain low and at the same time saving on financial outlay. Typical work for these coaches was local day trips, schools and the occasional foray on to the Motorway at weekends. Not far from the Leeds headquaters on the outskirts of Bradford was Ford LUA 266V in the severe winter of 1981-2.
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