EFE Zone - News - January 2005

EFE Zone - News - February 2005
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London Transport Museum Model Released	26 February
The London Transport Museum's latest commissioned model was released at today's Acton Depot Open Day. The model is believed to be a limited edition of 550 pieces, although it should be noted that the model isn't supplied with any certificate. 25515A - Long Routemaster Bus Operator : London Transport Registration : SMK676F Fleet No. : RML2676 Route : 207A Destination : Chelsea Stanley Arms Depot Codes : HL 67 Adverts : None Livery : Red with beige band and black mudguards. Gold fleet names Notes : Produced for the London Transport Acton Depot Open Weekend

New Models Released	24 February
The following models have now been released and should be available from normal outlets. 20435DR - Bristol VRT Series III - First Eastern National 29606DR - Leyland Olympian - Maidstone & District 29803DR - Wright bodied Dennis Lance - Badgerline

A new RML for London's Transport Museum	20 February
The first of this years open weekends at the London Transport Museum's Acton Depot (Saturday 26 & Sunday 27th February) will see the release of a special commissioned EFE model, this will initially only be offered to visitors at the event, but mail orders may be accepted after the event if any stock remains. The model 25515A will feature a red RML2676 (SMK676F) on route 207A bound for Chelsea Stanley Arms, the model will not have any adverts. The theme of the open days will be "London in miniature", there will be displays of models and layouts depicting the various modes of transport found in the capital. Source : British Model Buses.Com

Next Proposed Releases	15 February
The following models are expected to be released during the week ending the 26th February. 20435DR - Bristol VRT Series III - First Eastern National 29606DR - Leyland Olympian - Maidstone & District 29803DR - Wright bodied Dennis Lance - Badgerline Source : Jim's Diecast Model Buses

This Weeks Releases	10 February
The following models have now been released. 14012 - Bristol Lodekka FLF with Later Radiator and CBC Vents - Wilts & Dorset 16009 - Leyland PD2 Lowbridge Double Decker - Ulster Transport Authority 17702DR - Long Single Door Leyland National MK II - Go Northern

General EFE News	5 February
The latest EFE subscribers newsletter has confirmed that the first GS model is currently in production, EFE have also stated that they intend to work through and make models of all the interesting and varied liveries into which these models were painted. The next new casting will be the AEC Renown which will be followed by the four new trucks - Foden, ERF, AEC and Tha,mes Trader. The Subscribers Christmas Special Routemaster 15635B is almost sold out with only 36 remaining, these models were due to have been mailed out in the first week of February. The two Leyland Nationals produced for the Trax Trux range will be available to UK EFE Subscriber members, an order form will be sent with the next subscribers newsletter. If you want to join EFE's official Subscription Service and receive their regular mailings and special model offers, here's the information your need : The current annual fees for the Subscription Service are Ł6 (U.K.) or Ł12 (overseas). You should send stamps, cheques or postal orders to: Exclusive First Editions, 32 Woodall Road, Enfield, EN3 4LG

Next Weeks Planned Releases	4 February
The following models are expected to be released by EFE in the week commencing the 6 February. 14012 - Bristol Lodekka FLF with Later Radiator and CBC Vents - Wilts & Dorset 16009 - Leyland PD2 Lowbridge Double Decker - Ulster Transport Authority 17702DR - Long Single Door Leyland National MK II - Go Northern Source : Jim's Diecast Model Buses
Six New Models Announced	4 February
The latest EFE press release to the model trade has details of another six new models. Some of these were shown at the recent Toy Fair. The models are listed below, but please bear in mind that some details may be subject to change before the final release. 12307 - Harrington Grenadier Coach Operator : North Western Registration : AJA151B Fleet No. : 151 Route : X4 Destination : Aberystwyth Adverts : None Livery : Cream with red side skirt panels and roof. Notes : Release date not specified. 13916DR - Bristol Lodekka FLF Double Deck Bus (Late Front Grille) Operator : Stagecoach Registration : JAH553D Fleet No. : 19953 Route : 277 Destination : Stamford Adverts : None Livery : White with red and blue swirls. Dark blue skirt Notes : Release date not specified. 18007 - MCW Daimler Fleetline Double Deck Buses Single Door with Engine Bustle Operator : Belfast Corporation Registration : 558 EZ Fleet No. : 558 Route : 30 Destination : Bloomfield via Albert Bridge Adverts : Enjoy a natural pinta side advert Livery : Maroon with cream window surrounds and red between decks band. Notes : Release date not specified. 20436DR - Bristol VRT Series III Double Deck Bus Operator : Yorkshire Rider Bradford Registration : NUM339P Fleet No. : 748 Route : 681 Destination : Bradford Interchange Adverts : Switched On side advert Livery : Cream with green window surrounds, skirt, and engine compartment. Notes : Release date not specified. 20633DR - Dennis Dart Plaxton Pointer Single Deck Bus Operator : Western National Registration : L402VCV Fleet No. : None Route : X83 Destination : Tavistock / Yelverton Adverts : None Livery : White with blue lower panels and red destination surround and doors. Notes : Release date not specified. 30501 - Guy GS Single Deck Bus (NEW CASTING) Operator : London Transport Registration : MXX 359 Fleet No. : GS 59 Route : 494 Destination : East Grinstead Adverts : None Livery : Green with cream lining around windows. Notes : Estimated release March 2005. Pictures of the pre-production models can be viewed at Jim's Diecast Model Buses


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