History of Rio #1875
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Rio #1875 Historical View Operating in Brazil, the open cars had a much different appearance when built with open dashes. January, 1965 |
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Rio #1875 Delivery A string of flatcars full of open cars made a very strange sight in 1965 as the open trolleys cars were delivered to the museums. September, 1965 |
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Rio #1875 Beginning Operations at the Museum First operated in 1966, and still needing quite a bit of work, getting car #1875 operating was a major accomplishment for the volunteers at that time. July, 1966 |
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In 1990, open car #1875 rolled out of Buehler Shop with a stunning new look reminiscent of Conestoga Traction of Lancaster. A ceremony was held at our Community Day, attended by numerous local and state dignitaries. Car 1875 is the only open trolley currently operating in Pennsylvania. June, 1999 |
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