Bedfords were a popular choice in the Pacific region for many years, later giving way to GM-associate,
the Japanese Isuzu. One wonders if this ancient example was ever expected to continue in service
into the New Millennium, but here it is in April 2000 in Nadi Bus Station.
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A more modern vehicle in the Dean fleet, but creature comforts are little better - the air conditioning
is of a novel variety! As with the Bedford. blinds can be pulled down in the event of rain.
The side luggage lockers, though a widespread feature in Fiji, are rarely used.
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The Dean fleet is surprisingly standardised - at least
at first glance - as this trio of vehicles at Nadi Bus Station suggests, until you start looking at the
detail.
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This Hino declares its manufacture unlike many Fijian vehicles. Japanese and Indian makes are
common place these days, though none are in their first flush of youth. This bus is loading at
Nadi Bus Station.
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