Corgi OM45709 AEC Q side engine, front ent. 1930's d/deck bus "Bolton"

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Built by AEC at its Southall works, the first Q-Type double decker made its appearance in October 1932. Designed by John Rackham, the Q-Type is remembered as one of the most remarkably advanced bus designs of its era. Only twenty three double deck Q's were built, with the majority being bodied by Metro-Cammell and at a price of -ú1,225. Sales were extremely disappointing - so what went wrong? Was the bus industry of the time lacking in vision, was it engine accessibility or the fact that London Transport opted for the STL-type? Nevertheless, this innovative vehicle is a true icon of the industry and visually pointed the way that was to be followed almost 25 years later.