THE GALLERY

On layover off Borough High Street is the first Plaxton President bodied Volvo B7TL, PVL1 (V301LGC) in November 2009.

Two of London Central's new Volvo B7TL doubledeckers with Plaxton President bodywork pass each other at Greenwich North Station in the shadow of the Dome. PVL49 (V449WGH) is nearest the camera and was new in April 2000, whilst only a few weeks old, both vehicles had all been subject to thousands of pounds worth of damage, with graffiti etched on to virtually every top deck window.

PVL182 (X582EGK) was an early victim of London Transport's minimalist approach to destination blinds, in sharp contrast to its sister vehicles above on the 422. The picture was taken in May 2002.

Seen when seven years old is PVL17 (V317LGC) on route to Sidcup.

Seen of the same day in Bexleyheath is newer PVL363 (PJ53SOH).