Ultra-Rare GM Prototype Bus Spotted At Local Show

My work as a factory representative for an import truck distributor takes me to a whole lot of automotive events, where my job is to talk up the truck brand that I represent. But in my downtime, I can’t wait to get away and wander the grounds a bit, and that’s when I’ll sometimes discover a gem like this one: one of only nine existing GM Futurliners. This ultra-rare coach is more than just a novelty—a Futurliner set records in 2006 by selling for $4.5 million at a Barrett Jackson auction. The coach pictured here is owned by Peter Pan Bus Lines in Springfield, MA, which completed its restoration in 2000. Congrats to Peter Pan chairman Peter Pickelly, and  Bill Sinico of Coach Builders, who have done meticulous resto work and shown great attention to detail in bringing this bus back to better-than-new condition, right down to having custom-order castings they’ve ordered to reproduce the lettering along the sides and front. Still, there are some significant differences separating this ride from the original Futurliner, including an updated driveline. Enjoy the pics, and check out www.futurliner.com to read up on these incredible coaches.