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Corgi 1954 GM 4501 Greyhound Scenicruiser Bus (New York)
Model # / Description...
US54407 / Corgi Vintage Bus Lines (Scenicruiser 50th Anniversary Edition - 1954-2004)
Model Diecast Bus Manufacturer / Country...
Corgi (UK) ? Made in China
Model Diecast Bus Dimensions and Scale...
9 1/2" L x 2 1/2" H x 2 3/4" W
Model Diecast Bus Description, Bus Collector Value ($US) and Notes...
Corgi has finally immortalized the General Motors PD-4501 Greyhound Scenicruiser coach!!! Actually, this is the third Scenicruiser in the series with this bearing the "New York" destination sign and including a multi-page reprint of the Scenicruiser promotional booklet with photos of the dual engines, exterior, interior and technical specs! The General Motors Greyhound Scenicruiser was designed by legendary industrial designer, Raymond Lowey.
The detailing and their accuracy are a joy to behold as Corgi saw fit to make the sliding side windows more of an oval as opposed to the earlier parallelogram shapes on the fishbowl series. This was a major pet peeve of mine and one that I'm happy to see has been addressed. The one thing I "believe" is not right is the amber striping as I thought this was actually gold(?). Can anyone confirm this?
The wait was worth it as Corgi has really turned out a great bus we collectors can be proud of owning. Get it quick as with most Corgi releases, it is strictly limited edition. This is one of only 2000 distributed worldwide. The two previous editions were over 3000 each.
From the Corgi card...
GM4501 Greyhound Scenicruiser
Destination: Ne York
US54407
YOUR COMMENTS
I just found this site it's wonderful i have been in bus transportation for 21 years so far, i have driven some of the new models, i do currently work for greyhound 5 years now and i do know operators that have driven the super cruiser's and yes i would buy this bus,Im a new collector im fixing my home office with trasit buses,i would like to recieve more info on your buses and prices.
I drove these buses (Division 6 out of San Francisco from 1967 until they came out with the MC5. I have the original owners manual that was given to all drivers. I also drove 4104s, 4106s, and the bus that came after the 4106. I have manuals for all of these.
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