The Rapido Trains 753112 is a Deluxe HO scale model of the iconic GM New Look Suburban Bus in Golden Gate Transit livery, bus #866, operating Route 70 to the Golden Gate Bridge. Known as the "Fishbowl," the GM New Look was the face of North American public transit from the 1960s through the 1990s, with nearly 45,000 built. This Deluxe version features working interior lighting, headlights, taillights, and an illuminated destination sign — a perfect addition to any 1960s–1990s era street scene or transit diorama.
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Features
Deluxe model with working interior lighting, headlights, taillights, and illuminated destination sign (12V power supply not included)
Full interior with painted highback seats, painted handrails, grooved flooring, etched-metal stanchions, separate farebox, and steering wheel
Steerable front wheels with real rubber tires
Three era-correct bumper types: steel, water, and rubber
Agency-specific details including advertising panels and roof hatches
Preassembled and ready to display — no kit building required
Scale: HO (1:87)
More Information
Brand
Rapido Trains
Item Number
753112
Scale
HO (1:87)
Product Type
Transit Bus (Deluxe / Lighted)
Transit Agency
Golden Gate Transit (San Francisco)
Bus Number
#866
Route
70 Golden Gate Bridge
Era
Mid-1960s to 1980s
Condition
New
UPC
679164131310
FAQ
Does this bus light up?Yes — this is the Deluxe version with working interior lighting, headlights, taillights, and an illuminated destination sign. A 12V DC power supply is required but not included.
Is this model preassembled?Yes, it comes fully assembled and painted with all detail parts installed. Just connect power for the lights and place it on your layout.
What era does this bus represent?This model represents the GM New Look Suburban Bus from the mid-1960s through the 1980s, making it ideal for layouts set in that period. Golden Gate Transit operated these buses on routes across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Will it fit on standard HO scale roads?Yes, this is a 1:87 scale model designed to work with standard HO scale streets, roads, and dioramas.
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