Trathens DAF Supreme coach seen in 1985
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This authentic 1980s colour photograph, captured in 1985, features a DAF MB200 coach with Plaxton Supreme IV bodywork operated by Trathens Travel Services. The archival image documents the vehicle’s bold 1980s livery, consisting of a white base with vibrant yellow, orange, and red horizontal stripes and the “Trathens” logo prominently displayed on the front. The coach, registered VBM 716W, was a staple of long-distance express travel in the UK during this period. Standing beside the open passenger door is a woman dressed in mid-1980s attire, including a brown blazer and a blue patterned shoulder bag, holding a black umbrella and a disposable cup. Through the large side windows, the brown patterned moquette seating typical of the decade is visible. The overcast conditions and the use of the umbrella suggest a typical rainy day for British coach travel. This factual record preserves the professional transport aesthetics and passenger experience of the mid-1980s.
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