AEC versus Leyland

[Mike Lowe]

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]

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]

Originally Posted by coastie

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]

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

Lots of your sort in Hong Kong . . .