40 VAN HOOL

22nd September 1972, Page 148

22nd September 1972

Page 148

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Van Hoof and Fils SPRL, B-2578, Koningshooikt Miistraat 61, Belgium.

Van Hool made its UK debut at the last Earls Court Show and has since strengthened its position in the UK market with some convincing wins at the coach rallies. This year it is showing two bodies inside and a further two in the demonstration park. Both the llm models inside are versions of the company's Vistadome luxury coach, one on a Leyland Leopard chassis and the other on a Ford R1114. The Leyland is for Discovering of London Ltd while the Ford will be the fourth Van Hool-bodied coach to enter the fleet of Hicks Coaches of Accrington. One of the vehicles in the demonstration park is also on the Ford chassis, while the other is based on an AEC Reliance.

The Vistadome body is of all-steel electric welded construction and the outer metal panels are treated against corrosion. There are 44 reclining seats. The Hicks vehicle is yet another "executive" coach and is fitted with a chemical toilet, a fridge, cupboards, independent Honda generator, spirit racks and other luxury fittings.