OUR CLASSIC 1948 FLXIBLE CLIPPER
We would like to introduce you to one of the classic buses of all time,
The Flxible Clipper.
So join us as we work on the conversion of this classic 1948 coach.
We will (As time allows) show and explain the steps we take to turn this Clipper into a great fulltime motorcoach.
OUR WEBPAGE DIRECTORY -
OUR PHOTO PAGE -
Enter here to see our photo diary of several wonderful clippers.
HISTORY OF OUR CLIPPER -
A history of our Flxible Clipper, the Flxible company, and those classic Clippers'OUR CONVERSION PAGE -
Here we discuss the current conversion process of Pinehollow II.
CONTACT PAGE -
On this page you will find a way to get a hold of us, the proud owners of one of these classics.
FAVORITE LINKS -
These sites should help you find information about buses and the conversion thereof -
Click on the above Links to see our additional pages.
Above is an artist rendering of what we want our clipper to look like when it is finished,
If you like would like to get in touch with us, we can be reached at flx48clipper@yahoo.com.
TO THE RIGHT IS A CURRENT PHOTO OF OUR 1948 CLIPPER...
Movie & Videos of a classic.
If you have high speed internet, checkout this music video by the Oak Ridge Boys - " Love Song" on You Tube.
See the link below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uy5SEeVordo
Unsure what the bus has to do with the song, but the video seems to be more about the bus than the song. I'm sure you will enjoy watching this video!
Also if you haven't seen the Movie RV, they used a 1948 clipper in the film. Sony pictures purchased the (2) 1948 clippers used in the movie by Jeff Daniels character from Cumberland Tours in Nashville. The transportation cordinator said he saw more interest in these old classics, than he had ever seen when using exotic sports cars.
Our Clippers History -
This classic coach was delivered to Continental Trailways in Dallas,Texas in August of 1948.
Her VIN# is 8760. She is a Flxible Clipper Model# 29B148, built by The Flxible Company in Loudonville, Ohio.
She has a 218" wheelbase with a overall length of 32' 11 1/2". The original seating capacity was for 29 passengers.
The baggage storage area was in the rear compartment with a total of 115 cubic feet. Baggage access is gained thru the rear exterior vented door. Interior luggage area of 60 cubic feet was above the seats in a overhead rack was also provided for smaller items.
The original engine was a Buick "Straight 8" with 320 c.i. with a torque of 278 ft. lbs @ 2200 rpm.Transmission was a Spicer Model 3541 bus type four speed.
This is just a little of her history and original specifications.
