Avanti West Coast Rolling Stock Updates

[bengley]

Looks like they've peeled it off to carry out corrosion repairs to the body

 

[43102EMR]

Looks like they've peeled it off to carry out corrosion repairs to the body

Wasn’t that treatment carried out when it was repainted not too long ago? Or does it need another round of corrosion repairs?

 

[Liam L]

Heard rumours 390119 is to lose it’s livery; expecting this to be wibble, but just want to confirm on here if anyone knows?

Untrue. I believe they just updating it.
was quoted on a avanti Facebook group it is ‘one to watch’ when it returns

 

[43102EMR]

Untrue. I believe they just updating it.
was quoted on a avanti Facebook group it is ‘one to watch’ when it returns

Fair enough, many thanks

 

[Huntergreed]

I’m starting to suspect there’s either a problem been found or a different refurb being fitted for 390119 - every other set has been in for 2 weeks, this one has been in for well over a month!

 

[Liam L]

From avanti west coast enthusiasts Facebook group


‘390119 (Avanti Pride Train) has now been released and is working the following today:

5R26 0703 Edge Hill Depot to Liverpool Lime Street

1R26 0748 Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston

1F14 1107 London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street

1A39 1347 Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston

1H70 1640 London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly

5H70 1935 Manchester Piccadilly to Longsight Car. M.D.

A total of 775 miles and workings could change today at any time!’

 

[Sorcerer]

For the first time I was able to travel on a refurbished unit last night on the 2007 London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street service, and while I think the refurbishment is sufficient it wasn't anything particularly stand out. That said, I was shocked to see that the table already had a few big cracks and chips in it, and the wireless charging was very inefficient. If that's anything to go by then those tables aren't built to last.

 

[390136]

I’m starting to suspect there’s either a problem been found or a different refurb being fitted for 390119 - every other set has been in for 2 weeks, this one has been in for well over a month!

It has a pride interior

 

[Bletchleyite]

It has a pride interior

Wow...multicoloured seats?

 

[390136]

Wow...multicoloured seats?

Lol not quite, vestibules and toilets I think

 

[Huntergreed]

Lol not quite, vestibules and toilets I think

Multicolored vestibule lights?

EDIT:

It seems the vestibule has this:



(Photo Credits: https://twitter.com/ibikebrighton/status/1572220769656279040?s=46&t=xD6BlmkkEvVH51f-eyFT2A)

Photo shows the vestibule of BR Class 390 - 390119, with a blue wall design (with the left portion of the wall having a LGBTQI+ rainbow) and a statement about Avanti supporting the pride movement.

 

[390136]

Multicolored vestibule lights?

I need photos!

Lol that would be cool!

 

[Huntergreed]

Lol that would be cool!

Must admit, think they missed the opportunity to make the white lights different colours - think that would be a nice unique touch!

 

[_toommm_]

I can confirm 390119 is still in Pride livery. It just passed me at Tamworth.

 

[py_megapixel]

Isn't that the first one where the vestibules have had any substantial change from the Virgin ones, full stop?

I wonder if other special livery Pendolinos will have information posters as well - for example, the COP26 one, or even the "Alstom Pendolino".

 

[Huntergreed]

I wonder if other special livery Pendolinos will have information posters as well - for example, the COP26 one, or even the "Alstom Pendolino".

The Alstom Pendolino (390104) was scrapped and turned into a regular pendolino years ago now!

As for the climate one, I'd imagine some statement with regards to how Avanti and taking the train are more environmentally friendly than the plane (ironic that, given their current state, I'm sure they're filling up Glasgow - London A320's because they can hardly run a service!)

 

[Mikey C]

The Alstom Pendolino (390104) was scrapped and turned into a regular pendolino years ago now!

As for the climate one, I'd imagine some statement with regards to how Avanti and taking the train are more environmentally friendly than the plane (ironic that, given their current state, I'm sure they're filling up Glasgow - London A320's because they can hardly run a service!)

To be fair Avanti have managed to drastically reduce their CO2 emissions in recent weeks...

 

[Huntergreed]

A few more detailed photos from the interior of 390119:



(Pictures not mine - full credit to Lewis Rowland: https://www.facebook.com/groups/578776896000432/permalink/1214898502388265/)

Photos show the interior vestibules of 390119, with multicolored walls and messages about Avanti’s support for Pride.

Must admit - I do think it looks quite nice.

 

[Skie]

The drab refurbs really did need some colour, shame it'll just be one unit.

 

[Xander]

I’m starting to suspect there’s either a problem been found or a different refurb being fitted for 390119 - every other set has been in for 2 weeks, this one has been in for well over a month!

Believe it or not, its actually been released early! Wasn't meant to be out in traffic until Friday.

 

[Bletchleyite]

I love the interior, but I'm surprised it's taken that much longer just to stick some vinyls on! Or was something more e.g. major corrosion repair needed?

 

[Liam L]

Believe it or not, its actually been released early! Wasn't meant to be out in traffic until Friday.

I believe it was due to be out so it could run services to Birmingham Pride if I’m right in thinking?

 

[Xander]

I believe it was due to be out so it could run services to Birmingham Pride if I’m right in thinking?

Indeed - there was a ceremony booked for Friday at BHI where it would be unveiled and run in service for the first time in its refurbished state. This has now been cancelled.

 

[Razorblades]

Indeed - there was a ceremony booked for Friday at BHI where it would be unveiled and run in service for the first time in its refurbished state. This has now been cancelled.

Flipping cancel culture!

 

[Huntergreed]

I see 128 is now back out - anyone know who’s in for treatment now?

 

[FrodshamJnct]

I see 128 is now back out - anyone know who’s in for treatment now?

390103 is in at the moment I believe (was certainly there on Sat 24th).

 

[JakeMurphy]

390103 is in at the moment I believe (was certainly there on Sat 24th).

390115 next in line, currently on Widnes now

 

[Jimini]

First journey on a refurbed unit just now, it transpires (the 2023 ex. Euston).

Bugger me, these seats are uncomfortable! Maybe I’ve got a bony backside or something. Definitely feels like sitting on a TL 700 seat. Wouldn’t want to do this for longer than absolutely necessary!

Wireless charging not working too.

**Edit** The Shop(TM) is closed throughout this journey. Another good AWC advert to the general population!

 

[dodecahedron67]

First journey on a refurbed unit just now, it transpires (the 2023 ex. Euston).

Bugger me, these seats are uncomfortable! Maybe I’ve got a bony backside or something. Definitely feels like sitting on a TL 700 seat. Wouldn’t want to do this for longer than absolutely necessary!

Wireless charging not working too.

**Edit** The Shop(TM) is closed throughout this journey. Another good AWC advert to the general population!

Completely agree on the seats. Did about 6h in one from Glasgow to London one night (diverted via Alsager & behind a stopper from Milton Keynes) and I genuinely found the 700 I got on from St Pancras afterwards to be more comfy

 

[Huntergreed]

I’m on the Prideolino for my commute home tonight - will try and get some more photos and see if the shop is open!