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Mike Lowe 14th July 2009 10:22

AEC versus Leyland
 
I've been very interested in buses and trucks since I was about 10 years old. Eventually gathered around me a select band of friends, and travelled all over the UK checking out all manner of interesting vehicles. When a schoolboy, I was a real supporter of AEC whereas my mates all preferred Leyland. I just liked the quieter more civilised AEC engines, compared with the noisier rougher Leyland engines. So when I was ready to leave school, what did I do? Served an apprenticeship at Leyland!
What a sad and almost unbelievable end to a fine company, stuffed up by politicians and a lack of investment.

coastie 14th July 2009 10:27

Hi Mike.

"stuffed up by politicians and a lack of investment".

That's the UK for you!!

Welcome to T&B by the way!!

Mr-Tomcat 12th August 2009 18:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by coastie (Post 5897)
Hi Mike.

"stuffed up by politicians and a lack of investment".

That's the UK for you!!

Welcome to T&B by the way!!

Well said Chris and you've said it all. Hi Mike get some pictures on.:)

All the best, Andy.;)

G-CPTN 12th August 2009 20:41

At least you remain part of the 'brotherhood' (of Leyland Apprentices).

Lots of your sort in Hong Kong . . .


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