Meet 1347

A very unique bus among the preserved fleet, 1347 is our first, and so far only low floor bus (i.e. no steps on entry).

Originally built in 1992 with three other near identical NL202 units, 1347 and it’s sisters were prototypical and were the first low floor buses built for the State Transport Authority, Adelaide.

They also featured kneeling suspension, bonded fully sealed windows and saloon air conditioning, all a big first.

Eventually the 4 sisters were withdrawn, with 3 being stored after withdrawal at Morphettville bus depot. 1347 was deemed to be the fittest of that trio, and was purchased by a to-be BPASA member for preservation in 2018. The other two were non-runners and subsequently salvaged for useful parts then scrapped.

This leaves dear old 1347 as the only Mk1 chassis NL202 left in Australia, and probably the Southern Hemisphere. And as such, it is pampered and very loved by her doting owner.
Eventually it will be returned to original as-delivered STA livery with the well known blue and orange ‘speed stripes’.