I recently caught sight of the Plaxton Elite's working the X5 between Cambridge and Oxford. Time constraints meant I didn't get a go unfortunately.
Fine looking coaches and the Elite's have the advantage of having roll on access for wheelchairs, in addition to a decent capacity.
The route has grown from one that used Alexander PS's (cascaded I believe) in the not too distant past, to one that has toilets and much more.
Although I suggested the cheaper option of using vehicles that interwork on a less demanding route, therefore saving wear and tear. Is it not time to actually go for it? Stopping with the fannying about with buses and introduce something that will last.
I am sure someone would snap the hands off GNE for a high mileage, but hi-spec coach at the end of their GNE lives. If not, the commercial department can work their magic with a new route or upgrade an existing one.
RE: Go North East: Latest News & Discussion - December 2016
'Illegitimis non carborundum'