Though the Berkhof coaches used on the Reading-Heathrow service still looked smart and distinctive, First Group clearly decided that a prestigious link between their First Great Western rail services and the nation's premier airport needed something even more upmarket. Not only were the selected coaches sporting the new First coach livery, but the imposing 3 axle vehicles include every manor of passenger comfort and service. This coach is seen here on the M4 motorway
at Slough, heading for Reading at speed.
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Volvo B12T/Plaxton 703 (T703JLD) is seen heading in the opposite direction on the same day.
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No less than three triaxles seen lined up at Reading Station
in October 1999. 701 (T701JLD) is just pulling out for Heathrow.
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This view helps to capture the style and feel of these
impressive coaches.
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Volvos 702 and 705 are seen together in the summer of 2002 working their way round the Heathrow terminal buildings.
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