Preserved Bus Adventures | Episode 1 | So I Bought Another Bus

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  • čas přidán 9. 09. 2022
  • Hello everybody, and welcome to the first video about my preserved vehicles!
    So the cat is finally out of the bag, what has Joe bought?! Well he's bought himself a 2005 Volvo B7RLE Wright Eclipse Urban from First Halifax. These vehicles are one of the two types of vehicles (the Wright Eclipse Gemini being the other) that got me interested in buses. Their sleek curvy design which at the time looked super modern, and to be honest I still think does to this day!
    It was the first bus I'd seen that wasn't just "a box on wheels" in my opinion of course, and when I found out that these magnificent vehicles were getting cut from the First West Yorkshire fleet, I couldn't pass up the chance to purchase one. So here we are! Ex First Halifax 66780 (YJ05 VVZ) being picked up and taken on a test drive! Enjoy!
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  • @kubbythebusman
    @kubbythebusman Před rokem +77

    I'm a former Halifax driver. And I used to love driving that one. Nice to know its being saved

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +22

      Oh fantastic! Which link were you in at Halifax?
      It’s an honour to save it! A really nice motor

    • @Thebusguyplayz3
      @Thebusguyplayz3 Před 5 měsíci +2

      @@JoeDobsongamingyou did absolutely awesome well done at driving

    • @harrycritchlow1841
      @harrycritchlow1841 Před 19 dny

      ​@@JoeDobsongaminghi

  • @louiekilpin3321
    @louiekilpin3321 Před rokem +250

    Omsi is getting realistic

  • @theplaneguyrblx
    @theplaneguyrblx Před rokem +64

    Not even a minute into driving, and he's already committed!

    • @alice1374
      @alice1374 Před rokem +3

      It's just the Joe way of doing things!

    • @theplaneguyrblx
      @theplaneguyrblx Před rokem

      @@alice1374 it's what's unique about his driving, he can't go 2 seconds without doing something wrong 🤣

  • @reececollins916
    @reececollins916 Před rokem +3

    Beautiful scenary, beautiful bus. Perfect combination.

  • @SeanyHardy
    @SeanyHardy Před rokem +14

    Really enjoyed that and I’m looking forward to seeing what you’ll do with it. You got used to the size really quickly 😊

  • @mahammad
    @mahammad Před rokem +2

    This video goes hand in hand with the video Simon Says made. I love the indicator sound, nostalgic, reminiscent of old London buses.

  • @enricomonti156
    @enricomonti156 Před rokem +1

    Amazing. The bus preservation efforts in Britain are just amazing

  • @kieranstravels
    @kieranstravels Před rokem +2

    Legendary purchase, Some of Volvo’s last decent vehicles built. Nostalgia at its best 👌

  • @danefilander6306
    @danefilander6306 Před 5 měsíci

    I'm a bus enthusiast from Australia and I'm so very glad to see this bus going to go to a good home and it's been preserved.

  • @beckg7317
    @beckg7317 Před rokem +4

    joe! what an artistic eye, lovely change of pace this video! thoroughly enjoyed the adventure

  • @drb111uk5
    @drb111uk5 Před rokem +1

    Great video and well done! I've been on this one many a time, so it's fantastic it will live on 👍

  • @alexhowarth1438
    @alexhowarth1438 Před rokem +4

    Amazing video and amazing bus you've got yourself Joe, thanks for sharing this experience with us! Capped off for me by you going through my home town of keighley

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +2

      Thanks Alex! It's a lovely vehicle, absolutely chuffed to bits with it! Awh you should have said! I'd have waved :D

  • @TWMALX400
    @TWMALX400 Před rokem +3

    That was a brilliant watch, can't wait for episode 2!

  • @BusesInDublin
    @BusesInDublin Před rokem +2

    "Just like OMSI innit" brilliant 🤣

  • @kevingraham2733
    @kevingraham2733 Před rokem

    Enjoyed that, many happy adventures with your new bus

  • @paulgul1
    @paulgul1 Před rokem +1

    Great video, look forward to seeing more live bus driving in the future

  • @BritishRail60062
    @BritishRail60062 Před rokem +5

    Nice to see a modern bus saved. I would like to preserve one of the 2002 Dennis Trident Alexander ALX400 buses. One of the KU02, KV02 or the LG02 reg examples would be perfect for my first one.

  • @edbridges1164
    @edbridges1164 Před rokem +2

    Joe what you're doing for bus preservation could in future be very important think back to any bus generation and I'll guarantee someone said "Those buses will never reach Preservation" they said the same about Leyland Nationals and Bristol VRTs but look how many of them there are in preservation! It's awesome that buses that are still in main bus company's usage is being preserved because you never know when they'll all be gone

  • @marcusrashid
    @marcusrashid Před rokem +82

    On today's episode of Yorkshire man plays, Joe has a shave for you all, has a stand off with a caterpillar, buys a bus, waves at other drivers and breaks the suspension. In other news: Joe+ subscription prices are expected to go up. How else is he going to pay for the maintenance.
    Edit: 69 likes. Niccee

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +15

      Well naturally! To be fair the maintenance fees aren't too bad... yet...

    • @alextome427
      @alextome427 Před rokem +4

      Like a proper news reporter 👍👌

    • @SparkX28
      @SparkX28 Před rokem +1

      @@JoeDobsongaming just dont end up breaking the bus somehow irl. Lol

    • @raynere4154
      @raynere4154 Před rokem

      Hi

    • @jsm12233
      @jsm12233 Před rokem

      @@JoeDobsongaming cool bus you got

  • @leicesterbusvideos32068

    Congratulations on preserving one of the YJ05s which are a great batch as part of First Halifax, they are very similar to what First Leicester had with the MX/KX05s

  • @scottwojcik2148
    @scottwojcik2148 Před rokem +1

    We still have some 2005 B7RLE'S still in active service in Skegness. They were originally new to Lincolnshire Road Car which later was taken over by Stagecoach. We still have some Wright Eclipse Geminis still in service too.

  • @KingsAquariumsAndAntWorld

    Congratulations mate on your new purchase, really enjoyed this video. You make it look so easy mate. Can't wait for more updates ☺️

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem

      Thanks for that! Glad you enjoyed it :D I'm sure there'll be updates-a-plenty :D

  • @theo5224
    @theo5224 Před rokem +3

    Fantastic video Joe I really enjoyed it, hope to see more like this in the future! Your a great driver as well! :)

  • @joeltravelino
    @joeltravelino Před rokem +31

    you are living one of my dreams! - I really want to buy a bus one day, I can tell this is going to be a fantastic series!

  • @james-om1wd
    @james-om1wd Před rokem

    Ooh how exciting! Do more of these please aha

  • @RoamingAdhocrat
    @RoamingAdhocrat Před rokem +1

    I used to drive exactly this kind of bus for a different corner of FirstGroup, when they were new and shiny… they were very nice buses! I'm very slightly envious :D

  • @lchampeny7nrr
    @lchampeny7nrr Před rokem +6

    Well done Joe, watched every minute of it. Fantastic drive, I love B7RLE's but my favourite are B7TL Geminis, which I would like to preserve 37165 as was brand new to Southampton depot in 2007, now in Cornwall as a day tripper bus. Just need to be able to drive a bus first ideally would be great.

    • @AstonL3
      @AstonL3 Před rokem

      Same with me,its been my dream to have a b7l and b7tl

  • @JohnWalshLegend
    @JohnWalshLegend Před rokem +1

    I've driven that bus when I worked at Halifax (then onto Todmorden). I was on the Calder Valley Rota, plus Huddersfield for a short time. Happy days....

  • @inkysquid4
    @inkysquid4 Před rokem

    Love the St.Ives cushion man!
    Got the waterbottle version, lovely place St.Ives is, lots of memories.
    The bus is nice too tho!

  • @jamesanthony8006
    @jamesanthony8006 Před rokem

    I would love too join you on these trips! 66780 was my fav bus when it was sometimes on my route, What an amazing bus!!

  • @XPTV233
    @XPTV233 Před rokem

    Having driven this bus in service and grown up on it, I'm glad at least one has made it out of the scrap mans grasp. good luck with it in future :)

  • @johnbutler6538
    @johnbutler6538 Před rokem

    Congratulations Joe on your new bus.

  • @davidcurtis6698
    @davidcurtis6698 Před rokem +4

    Oh wow Joe .this content is just amazing!! Keep it up

  • @johnturk4041
    @johnturk4041 Před rokem +3

    I found your channel about 1 day ago. I can't stop obsessing over all of your content. Ive been looking at 2007+ Gillig Lowfloor busses in the US and I want nothing but to scoop one and drive it endlessly.

    • @michaelcallummayaka
      @michaelcallummayaka Před 3 měsíci

      I love the Gillig from driving it in OMSI! Would it be a ZF transmission you'd get? That's my favourite.

  • @johnnyboy3949
    @johnnyboy3949 Před rokem +1

    I have probably been on this bus no doubt. Living in Todmorden these buses did Halifax-Burnley that I used to get to college in Burnley.
    The thumbnail is taken in Portsmouth just in the edge of Todmorden. Brings back memories of going to college!

  • @nickk8762
    @nickk8762 Před rokem +2

    Brilliant! My other half during that video issued the immortal words "shall we get one?" Thing is, he's not joking..... lol. Enjoy it Joe! Nice to put a face to the voice by the way! Take care.

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +2

      Ohhhh what an excellent idea! The answer to that question is DEFINITELY!!! Thanks Nick, glad you enjoyed it :D

  • @TinyMaths
    @TinyMaths Před rokem

    I think the 'intruder' on your car was looking for the perfect camouflage; those colours can't be a coincidence, they match the car perfectly :)

  • @sweatybandit0
    @sweatybandit0 Před rokem

    Ah this is awesome! I totally had you down in my head as a ginger Joe Lycett🤷‍♂️🤣

  • @Gameslayer-pd2tl
    @Gameslayer-pd2tl Před rokem

    really enjoyed that video! been following you for years with omsi! and nice to see you buying another bus and driving it also

  • @StuRBarber
    @StuRBarber Před rokem

    Nice video!!! Something very different but very enjoyable to watch!

  • @Phoenix-jm7iv
    @Phoenix-jm7iv Před rokem

    Fantastic video Joe, i my self am also called Joe funny enough and also love buses, i have the dreams of one day becoming a bus driver or even train driver once im eligible, loved this video and what a great bus to drive/buy also !!

  • @gwhiz1233
    @gwhiz1233 Před rokem

    What a brilliant bus, and you drive like a pro. Nice one!

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem

      All those years playing OMSI have to count for something I guess haha :D Thanks G Whiz!

  • @gkeaoyrge
    @gkeaoyrge Před rokem +6

    What a classy looking bus the Eclipse is.

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +2

      Thanks George! I absolutely agree 😆

    • @MegaPepsimax
      @MegaPepsimax Před rokem +2

      I personally prefer the solar, but only because of the ZF gearbox :)

  • @imranarriva.yorkshirefento1838

    loved it joe well done can not wait to get on it and can not wait for episode 2 all we need now is this verson off the b7 in OMSI 2

  • @sambee8982
    @sambee8982 Před měsícem +1

    OMG, you got a 2005 Volvo B7RLE Wright Eclipse Urban?!😱 If I got hold of one of these, I would've had it repainted into the 2004 Roadcar Super Buzz livery, since I'm more familiar with Lincolnshire Roadcar as I grew up travelling on their buses before it got renamed Stagecoach in Lincolnshire in September 2006 when they brought Roadcar's parent company Yorkshire Traction in December 2005.

  • @MetroTitanD78
    @MetroTitanD78 Před rokem +1

    Fantastic buses to drive, got to drive them at First Bristol and First Cymru.

  • @Alf.B
    @Alf.B Před rokem

    This video was brilliant for me since this is the area I live in! Very good watch :)

  • @mrquickogaming
    @mrquickogaming Před rokem

    This video was one of my favourites from you!

  • @ruane1995
    @ruane1995 Před rokem +2

    It's a small world, I know Danny - and the start of the video is going out the A34 which is near me :) Great vid!

  • @Robstew9000
    @Robstew9000 Před rokem

    Hi joe I’m new to the channel.That Halifax depot brings back memories because it’s where I set off from and passed my psv test..I worked at first Leeds bramley depot from 97 to 2000.I drove a earlier version of your bus when they were new..

  • @princeplays1993
    @princeplays1993 Před rokem

    Excellent video Joe! Nice to see something different 👌 🙂 and to see the face behind the funny omsi vids 😄

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +2

      Thanks Prince Plays! It was certainly different wasn't it :D Yeah I have more of a face for radio, or so I've been told haha :D

  • @alextome427
    @alextome427 Před rokem +3

    Joe I’m rly happy for you cos EVERYONE has been hyping it up in discord and it finally happened I’m so happy Joe also ur editing is getting better but what I recommend is that u put the bus company logo at the start of every video and I was wondering when u will be doing a video where ur in a A320 sim irl that would be nice anyway WELL DONE 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

  • @hellfiregrowler
    @hellfiregrowler Před rokem

    Cracking vid Joe. Hope I can have a ride on that beast soon!

  • @StrxmyDev
    @StrxmyDev Před rokem +2

    In my opinion Joe should just slap his "Joe Ahead Group" logo on the side and it would look perfect 😂😂

  • @brandon_dammers
    @brandon_dammers Před rokem +2

    6:07 It’s just like OMSI Innit?!🔥 I loved that

  • @Bartteztheman
    @Bartteztheman Před rokem

    absolute legend. Nice one lads 👍

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much! Really appreciate the feedback!!! :D

  • @KianHorwood
    @KianHorwood Před rokem +5

    seems like this is gonna be a fun series 👀

  • @pitywatches6633
    @pitywatches6633 Před rokem

    Nice 👍 skills you got there it really feels like omsi

  • @cameronmclaughlin8171

    great video looking forward for more of these videos to come

  • @TheVleckChannel
    @TheVleckChannel Před rokem +1

    A point about Halifax.
    If there is another town in the country with as large a number of scenic - properly scenic - bus routes attached to it as Halifax, I'd be surprised.
    One of them, the 503, goes over the Elland bypass and as someone who takes it every week, can confirm buses struggle up the hill.

    • @elliotease4390
      @elliotease4390 Před rokem

      There’s one right next door to it, Huddersfield, probably more scenic routes there amongst all the different companies, especially Team Pennines.

  • @mlaquatics2791
    @mlaquatics2791 Před rokem +1

    nice video great effort love buses just like u

  • @WhataGoalFootball
    @WhataGoalFootball Před rokem +4

    You should try and get this bus on OMSI when a good urban is released!

  • @Rawrfl_
    @Rawrfl_ Před 11 měsíci

    It's nice to seeing the older generation of buses being able to have a 2ns chance in life.

  • @Benmcwilliams22nd
    @Benmcwilliams22nd Před rokem +2

    The horn was the best part LOL I Couldn’t stop laughing 😂😂😂😂

  • @BusTrainsGuy18
    @BusTrainsGuy18 Před rokem +5

    I wouldn't normally watch a whole video but this was the most interesting video I've come across, you never fail to make amazing video's keep it up Joe, I hope to see more videos like this soon.

  • @xelvator
    @xelvator Před rokem +1

    Nice Wheels!

  • @100benful
    @100benful Před rokem

    I LOVE THIS VIDEO... DO MORE LIKE THIS PLEASE!!

  • @jasonmoffat679
    @jasonmoffat679 Před rokem

    Used to catch these to school but now I get an actual double decker school bus

  • @MegaBreadvan
    @MegaBreadvan Před dnem

    Really enjoyed the video. Subscribed!

  • @MCJaspi
    @MCJaspi Před rokem

    My man is living his dream

  • @RichardSmithJunior-xz8is
    @RichardSmithJunior-xz8is Před 9 měsíci +1

    Wow. So. Good job man 🎉😮😊

  • @davidwebsdale3070
    @davidwebsdale3070 Před rokem +1

    We have loads of these at first Eastern countries, such an easy bus to drive, sad that we could be losing them all

  • @MDCrabTank
    @MDCrabTank Před rokem

    that blinker sound is heaven

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem

      I just find myself turning corners just so I can indicate :D

    • @MDCrabTank
      @MDCrabTank Před rokem

      @@JoeDobsongaming I remember when Tallin used to have B12MA-s and B12BLE-s and they both had same blinker but B12MA had 5HP602C and B12BLE had 5HP552

  • @FirstSmit
    @FirstSmit Před rokem +1

    Smashing video Joe! I said weeks ago ot was 66780 because she is In your YT Banner.

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +1

      What can I say 🤷🏻‍♂️ worst kept secret ever hehe

  • @simonrashleigh5398
    @simonrashleigh5398 Před rokem +11

    Still impressed of your driving ability with this being the biggest bus you've driven to date ☺️

    • @Welshy98
      @Welshy98 Před rokem

      @@martinscars bit weird...

  • @ZX_64
    @ZX_64 Před rokem

    even tho i never been in this bus it give me nostalgia from being in the Gemini which i used to take all the type

  • @TABSF1
    @TABSF1 Před rokem +1

    The new omsi graphics are remarkable, Train Sim World take note!

  • @roggerolla-speedy3246
    @roggerolla-speedy3246 Před rokem +42

    Oh this was amazing! Well done! I have rarely ever been so glued to the screen, I completely forgot to eat. Cold food....cold food is what you gave me haha.
    Seriously though this was awesome. From the "I've committed" to the wonderful route everything was great. Thank you

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +7

      Aww no sorry about that!! :o
      Really glad you enjoyed it however :D It was fun to record!

  • @32446
    @32446 Před rokem +2

    Your videos make me happy Joe! I would love to meet you and your buses in real life one day Joe :) Omsi 2 in Real life👍🏻

  • @driftlegend5968
    @driftlegend5968 Před rokem

    thats awesome dude! Can we get some more sounds for the veiling classics stuff ey :) :)

  • @sexyguy3647
    @sexyguy3647 Před rokem +5

    New omsi update looks real af

  • @brickfamily9193
    @brickfamily9193 Před rokem

    Good on you joe love the bus

  • @apwdude
    @apwdude Před rokem

    I'm so glad you're moving to the outside world

  • @ctra1ns
    @ctra1ns Před rokem +3

    On today's episode of.. wait. Nevermind. Now you have beat me in "amount of buses". Time to buy a trident 2.

  • @PanzerFalcon2232
    @PanzerFalcon2232 Před rokem

    The key thing about driving an Eclipse, is its just like driving a Solo, but bigger, angrier and better

  • @b2617
    @b2617 Před rokem

    First time seeing you, I thought you were an old guy haha not sure why. Been enjoying your bus Sim 21 playlists.

  • @paulgregory1364
    @paulgregory1364 Před rokem

    Living the dream.
    Its my ambition to own one, I keep looking but I never have the confidence to buy one.

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem

      It's such good fun! I'd recommend it, but of course there's a large cost after actually buying the thing.

  • @coffeeflavouredapples

    Mate 😱 keep your hands on the wheel 😄

  • @michelewang6983
    @michelewang6983 Před rokem

    That's great! ✅✌🏼

  • @jonwhite4250
    @jonwhite4250 Před rokem

    That looks pretty nippy. PSV driver myself but not driven there before

  • @neoconcord
    @neoconcord Před rokem +1

    Hi Joe wow I’m so excited for you both on a new adventure it’s a lovely bus it’s what 17 years old but in very good nick so are we going to see your other bus in upcoming videos or have you decided to sell that one now ? Was that your younger brother with you because he looks very much like you & did you take your partner with you on that one ? I’m really pleased for you. Thanks for sharing such a great video 👍⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I can’t wait for your next video on your new bus when you go & collect it. Take care & stay safe.

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem

      Thanks Neoconcorde! It is really exciting isn't it. I'm impressed with the condition of the vehicle I really am, and I do still have my B10BLE so that will feature in future videos!
      No that other chap in the video I was sat with is Josh from Studio Polygon, the mastermind behind the B10BLE! And of course my partner was the cameraman! :D
      Have a great Sunday!

  • @Buses_trainsdevon
    @Buses_trainsdevon Před rokem

    Great video love the bus

  • @steady_94
    @steady_94 Před rokem

    How am I only just subscribing now? 😂
    Reyt chuffed for ya to nab one of these beauts

    • @JoeDobsongaming
      @JoeDobsongaming  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much! It really is a lovely vehicle, I did well haha

  • @jackhetherington6457
    @jackhetherington6457 Před rokem

    Few min ago was just watching your OMSI 2 yorkshire route PR1

  • @TheSadcyclist
    @TheSadcyclist Před rokem

    A rather good video WELL DONE you, and a nice clean bus as well with spares,im a lot older than you but would be just as excited if i had bought a bus and was driving it around town, pity you cant charge fares.Look forward to more adventures of the bus, what have you called it.

  • @afghanigaming2146
    @afghanigaming2146 Před rokem

    Love to see it

  • @crazzagameplaylaughs9910

    Oh I do love a good rattle

    • @simonrashleigh5398
      @simonrashleigh5398 Před rokem

      lots of rattle made worse by the spare new panels at the back!

  • @CB5121
    @CB5121 Před rokem +1

    Cute bus..

  • @theleedsbusdriver
    @theleedsbusdriver Před rokem

    Well driven 👌

  • @Monty13Transport
    @Monty13Transport Před rokem

    Hi Joe! Great video (as always!)
    Just wondering whether you could do a Live Stream on your channel driving this bus? Just a thought, but it'd be cool to see you do this Live!