147 rounds Cockpitt Island on 28th February 1986. Note the side destination blind still in use.
31st July 1986 and 148 has 'had a bit of a performance' in Derby Bus Station. It is seen being hauled away by Derby's tow truck. Hopefully it proved more reliable when it too (like 144) went on tour for evaluation but in this case to Aberdeen.
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149, the first of the final batch of buses to be bought by Derby City Council stands in the Bus Station with 147 for company. 1st May 1988