Delightful touring coaches
28 luxurious armchair seats. 1961 & 1963
Built by Harrington of Hove and delivered new to Southdown of Sussex in the early 1960s, fleet numbers 1722 and 1749 were used from new on exclusive luxury tours throughout Britain and the Continent.
Each is fitted with 28 sumptuous, well spaced, reclining individual armchair seats covered in an authentic rose motif moquette, making them just right for smaller groups and wedding parties requiring a touch of old-fashioned comfort.
Built in 1961, coach 1722 (with the cream painted roof) has a traditional brown and cream interior, reminiscent of the late 1950s, plus eight distinctive curved-glass roof panels which let light flood in.
Coach 1749 dates from 1963 and features an inviting contemporary peppermint-green interior. An innovative passenger ventilation system circulates fresh air, whilst large 'panoramic' picture windows give unparalleled views of the passing countryside.
The interior layout of each coach is identical. 28 seats are arranged in a 2+1 configuration - on entering the coach double-armchair seats are placed to the left and single-armchair seats to the right.
Both coaches are fitted with air assisted suspension, revolutionary for the period, giving a particularly comfortable ride. Side lockers and a rear boot provide additional space - ideal for luggage or picnics.
