Illustrated History for YMB518W


Chassis: VRT/SL3/2988 Body: ECW Engine: Gardner 6LXB Configuration: H43/31F
Status: Exported     Last Reported: 8/2026

Last updated : August 20th 2026 (brought up-to-date)

10/2020 - current
Chris Bosjager, Nieuwkoop, Holland. Converted for use as an Airbnb at Ter Aar, by 7/2026
9/2017 - 10/2020
Kampeerterrein De Lievelinge, Vuren, Holland. Fitted out as a caravan and rented out as accommodation
by 5/2017 - 9/2017 Willys Trouw Autos, Maasland, Holland
4/2009 - ?/201?
Bart Prins, Zeist, Holland. Repainted allover white and registered BX-NX-98
11/2000 - 4/2009 Alpine, Llandudno. Repainted in yellow livery, 9/2007
4/1998 - 11/2000 Arriva Cymru Ltd. DVG518
9/1986 - 4/1998 Crosville Wales Ltd. DVG518
6/1981 - 9/1986 Crosville Motor Services Ltd. DVG518




YMB518W in 2026
Photo : BVRES Collection
YMB518W in 2012

Photo : Russell Howard

YMB518W in 2007

Photo : Richard Hughes

YMB518W in 2003

Photo : Dave Beardmore

YMB518W in Crosville Wales livery

Photo : Dave Beardmore

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