Optare CityPacer facts for kids
The Optare CityPacer was a special kind of small bus, known as a minibus. It was built by a company called Optare between 1985 and 1992. About 300 of these minibuses were made.
The CityPacer was a "step-entrance" bus. This means passengers had to step up to get inside, unlike some modern buses that are low to the ground. It was built using the strong base, called a chassis, from a Volkswagen LT55 van.
What Was the Optare CityPacer?
The Optare CityPacer was designed to be a smaller, more nimble bus. Minibuses are often used for routes where bigger buses might struggle, like narrow streets or for carrying fewer passengers. They are also popular for local services or school runs.
Optare is a company based in the United Kingdom that specializes in making buses. They used the reliable parts of a Volkswagen van to create the CityPacer, making it a practical choice for transport companies.
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