Had a bit of spare time yesterday afternoon so I had a trip out on one of Hartlepool depots apparently ancient buses. Decided to use service 3, both the quietest and hilliest route. It was 39669 that turned up. I must admit, the interior did look a little tired. But thats nothing a refurb wouldn't sort out. Shove in some wi-fi and a few USB sockets while they're at it and it's as good as new! 39669 seemed perfectly capable of weaving its way through Bishop Cuthbert and Clavering. Who needs new (or newer) buses? Should be at least another 5 years left in most of these things!