I rode the rts buses that were driven in new York city. I ended up getting a CDL in Connecticut but never got the chance to drive an rts. I love rts buses. Take them over those ugly gilligs anyway. Thank for the memories. Keep up the good work.
NJ transit corporation used to have Nova RTS T80206 30.ft and 40.ft buses and they were equipped with Cummins ISC and ISL engines with ZF ecomat 5HP 592 Transmission and they were retired then in 2013
These buses weren't no slouch either . I pulled up on one coming from Phili one night on I 78 east . At the time I was driving an Acura Legend & when I passed it ,I was doing 95 mph!! . You don't see how bad ass these novas buses are till the right driver take one onto an interstate highway.
Man, I love this! I was a driver in Cincinnati. I'd like to see this with a nice custom paint job, and an interior remodeling! If you remodel, please show it. I loved driving buses to brother.
I rode that type of bus. I know someone who owns a few of these buses. A 1985 GMC 40-foot, 1989 TMC 35-foot, 1998 Nova Bus 35-foot and a 2000 35-foot with a different front end and instrument panel. The last three buses had the sport style steering wheel.
Great looking bus. What's your intent with it, in service or collection? My dad drove for Toronto Transit Commission, so I grew up with New Looks and Classics. I drove charter for a while myself
Best transit buses ever! I drove for the NYC Transit Authority in the 80s. We hated the old "Fishbowl" rattle traps but loved the RTS - such a smooth ride, just glided over bumps & potholes. Unfortunately they were all replaced with new hybrid buses which are terrible rattle traps, as bad as the Fishbowls. What are your plans for this bus, RV conversion?
You have the incurable bus illness that we all do! And do you really want to be cured?? Heck No!!! Nice bus, cool bus! And the message sign is also cool! I have a 1982 MCI MC9 40 foot Crusader II. I turned it into a tour bus. George F. Piedmont, SC
Quick question which transit is that RTS retired from? It looks like a Fayettevill FAST RTS because of the stripe and number location but I am probably incorrect.
As a current TAMU driver and someone who’s spent a lot of hours driving this unit. Just wondering what you’re gonna do with it? Are you going to convert it or anything?
It’s crazy seeing the tires that shiny, good work
Thanks, Marshall!
Damn that thing is gorgeous all cleaned up!
Thank you for the overview of the RTS. I just learned about these buses two days ago, while looking for bus for an rv conversion.
I still love these buses. That iconic whine though!
I rode the rts buses that were driven in new York city. I ended up getting a CDL in Connecticut but never got the chance to drive an rts. I love rts buses. Take them over those ugly gilligs anyway. Thank for the memories. Keep up the good work.
Look forward to seeing you driving this great piece of machinery
NJ transit corporation used to have Nova RTS T80206 30.ft and 40.ft buses and they were equipped with Cummins ISC and ISL engines with ZF ecomat 5HP 592 Transmission and they were retired then in 2013
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These buses weren't no slouch either . I pulled up on one coming from Phili one night on I 78 east . At the time I was driving an Acura Legend & when I passed it ,I was doing 95 mph!! . You don't see how bad ass these novas buses are till the right driver take one onto an interstate highway.
You have that bus looking good man. I drive the busses for TAMU and they don’t get that clean very often.
Thanks, man! Will try to get to engine soon.
wait so how do you open the front door?
This rts bus is a classic.
Man, I love this! I was a driver in Cincinnati. I'd like to see this with a nice custom paint job, and an interior remodeling! If you remodel, please show it. I loved driving buses to brother.
Kool bus. Enjoy. One day I will get mine 👍
I remember when Santa Clara County Transit as it was known then had the RTS, Flxible Metros and Gillig Phantoms
Nova RTS Last For A Very Long Time & Very Strong 💗💖💋🇺🇲
This is a Beautiful TAMIU Aggie Spirit Bus, Really Sad to see the Others retire
113......how we had some good times. 😎
I love that sound mauly on the d40lf I miss those buses
I rode that type of bus. I know someone who owns a few of these buses. A 1985 GMC 40-foot, 1989 TMC 35-foot, 1998 Nova Bus 35-foot and a 2000 35-foot with a different front end and instrument panel. The last three buses had the sport style steering wheel.
Thats one nice bus! 🇺🇸🤙
I remember thes RTS busses when I was young going to Disney World.
I Miss The RTS Bus Back in My Hometown L.A.-Town: Los Angeles, CA
Was hoping it would have an air starter. Either way, good job!
Cool RTS Bus. That's Look like it was a UT Bus in Houston one day I will buy a Grumman flexible and a RTS
Great looking bus. What's your intent with it, in service or collection? My dad drove for Toronto Transit Commission, so I grew up with New Looks and Classics. I drove charter for a while myself
The bus has sold. Hoping to win an auction today on an MCI!
Thanks for the video!
LOVE IT❤❤❤
I love the Rts buses
cool video - always like the RTS design - not a very common bus used in Canada.
Great video drove the RTS’s for 25 years with the NY MTA a real work horse. P.S. it not an arm rest it’s a crowd bar
Now I know!! Thanks! I just purchased an RTS! Video coming soon!
@@TheTransitGuy I’m thinking about getting one and starting a podcast. Just picking random people up in NY
What is the private owner registration / insurance process like?
I see all the TAMU Aggie Spirit drivers have found your video lol
Awesome! Wish my school had a program like TAMU!
Hope you’ll be able to get your hands on their millennium rts legend busses once they retire those Texas A & M! They’re still kind of new at least.
that's what i'm waiting for. I think between next year and 2023 those would retire.
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They technically can go to 2027 considering how their Novas were almost 20 years old.
Can you change the sighn without the depot?
I remember this bus in puerto rico
Ooh, one of the window mullions in the interior, is kinda popped out. lol
I like this bus nova rts
whats the top speed of these on the highway?
65
@@theMichaelSlaughter I'm sure you know you can replace the gear ration for higher speeds.
Man look like a tmc Bus that's retired in Chicago Cta bus 1991 -2008
Best transit buses ever! I drove for the NYC Transit Authority in the 80s. We hated the old "Fishbowl" rattle traps but loved the RTS - such a smooth ride, just glided over bumps & potholes. Unfortunately they were all replaced with new hybrid buses which are terrible rattle traps, as bad as the Fishbowls. What are your plans for this bus, RV conversion?
It looks like it was from the Texas A&M fleet.
Great
Those rims look AMAZING! My jaw dropped. What are your plans for it? Is it going to be a hobby vehicle cleaning it up or road trip type of thing?
Just a hobby...I love driving buses.
You have the incurable bus illness that we all do! And do you really want to be cured?? Heck No!!! Nice bus, cool bus! And the message sign is also cool! I have a 1982 MCI MC9 40 foot Crusader II. I turned it into a tour bus.
George F. Piedmont, SC
I just bought an MCI!
@@theMichaelSlaughter Yep! Saw it! Nice! Left a comment!
Quick question which transit is that RTS retired from? It looks like a Fayettevill FAST RTS because of the stripe and number location but I am probably incorrect.
Texas A&M
@@theMichaelSlaughter ah thanks
As a current TAMU driver and someone who’s spent a lot of hours driving this unit. Just wondering what you’re gonna do with it? Are you going to convert it or anything?
Nope. Not converting it. Just keeping it as is. Most Insurance companies don't insure conversions. Just enjoying it at the moment.
You should try to get Orion v ! Those buses are mean !
I’m waiting to find one! One of my other favorites to drive!
Ayeeee hey brother, where do I go about obtaining one.
Public auction and gov deals
I didn't know they a 2001 Rts Bus
EX TEXAS A&M AGGIE SPIRIT
doesn't TAMU hire students to drive their buses?
That bus says San Antonio Via all over it.
Oh she is pretty
Are you doing ride alone
Yes, it will go live tomorrow or Monday. Waiting for HD to finish uploading.
Are you going to let people come and visit
@@corneluis1992 Sure why not!
Ok let me knw
Detroit Diesel Series 50
I want one
Wheelchair lift
Rent the bus! Make money!
Pick me up so we can go to chruch
Ha!
hey boy