Monterey Salinas Transit 1214

Monterey-Salinas Transit #1214 was part of a group of 15 Flxible "New Looks" delivered new in 1976 to Monterey Peninsula Transit numbered #201-215. They were equipped with GM 8V71 diesel engines, uncommon for a 35’ transit bus, for use on routes on the hilly Monterey peninsula. Approximately 10 years ago the fleet was rehabbed with wheelchair lifts installed in the rear door area and renumbered into the 1200 series. With this acquisition, the PBM will have representations of all three heavy-duty Flxible transit models in 30’, 35’ and 40’ lengths.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Flxible Corporation, Loudonville, OH

Model:  45096-8-0, serial 61240 Built: 1976

Powertrain:  Detroit Diesel 8V-71 diesel engine w/GM VS2 hydramatic transmission

Body: Aluminum and Steel on steel frame Seats: 41 w/wheelchair lift

Length 35 ft. - Width 96 in.

Current Status

#1214 is in overall good mechanical and physical condition. There is some body decay necessitating removal and replacement of rusted areas in the window areas in the rear of the coach.

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This page updated on February 05, 2008