1947 Greyhound restored by grandfather’s love

[@arnoldanderson1501]

This Greyhound coach must be preserved for generations to remind people of a better time in history when human beings were more civil to one another. What a fantastic renovation!

[@cjourneys5785]

Exactly

[@darthgoggins1747]

What can I say I'm breathless and so envious of this man's wonderful machine. I love the older cars with the running boards and their classy designs. Machines that were not only functional but beautiful as well. When a person's passion and soul was transferred to steel. Such passion was put into a bus or car. I miss that today so much. Thank you so much for sharing something so amazing. 😉👍👌🙏

[@derekstocker6661]

What a fabulous job this man has done to show his grand children, and the world! Wonderful work and the interior is amazing, a great legacy in the making! Well done sir.

[@donaldsaxton7911]

My Dad used to drive for Pacific Greyhound when I was a kid, and I rode these buses a lot. This brings me back to those days, but that interior is in no way like it was. Beautifully done!!

[@Sir.Konopka83]

As a greyhound bus driver from Salt Lake City Utah. I love what you have done with this bus.

[@markrenner734]

I am the owner of this piece of transportation history. Currently working on one final video to be named Silverside Project 5. It will cover the history, restoration, technical information including drive train, suspension/brakes, chassis and house electrical. Will be very technical. Stay tuned, and thank you for the kind comments. 47busguy

[@fredymallo8533]

Mark Renner QUE GRANSES RECUERDOS ME ANGUSTIA MUCHO EL CIERRE DE ONDA YO INGRECE EN EL AÑO 1969 LA MEJOR EMPRESA R O U LOS MEJORES COCHES TUVIMOS EN ESTA EMPRESA Y EL MEJOR PERSONAL UN OPTIMO TALLERES GRAN DOLOR PARA TODO EL PERSONAL

[@kimosabbe50]

Man, your work on this bus left me speechless. I can't imagine any conversion topping this...absolutely stunning!

[@tspease68]

Mark Renner Very very good video grandpa keep America Bright 👍👍👍

[@rodneyhendrix1292]

Mark Renner , First of all the work was spot on Excellent!!! Did this year bus have a pancake engine?

[@xzqzq]

Very interested in engine / transmission info.... like 8V-71 Detroit Diesel mated to standard trans.... Road Ranger...

[@dragon-lf9ow]

What a beautiful bus im glad he kept it close to original as he could

[@DWSMITHA]

I'm an old bus driver who actually drove these in revenue service for a charter company. Few things like driving a Silversides! Thank you. Beautiful rig!!

[@lass-inangeles7564]

What a great thing this man has done! Here are the contributions he made: 1. Gave us a look at a superb restoration job with no compromises. 2. Gave this vintage Greyhound Bus a new life and its dignity back! 3. Kept real craftsmanship alive and well, and gave jobs to others in the same line. 4. Provided so many people around the country a glimpse into the past and joy. 5. Gave his grand kids some incredible memories of time spent with grandpa. 6. Gave his grand kids an appreciation of fine old things not to be discarded. 7. Taught his grand kids how to do a quality restoraton job on vintage things, and car mechanics. 8. Showed his grand kids a slice of America, and increased their general knowledge, art awareness, history, adventures, understanding and appreciation of diversity and life. Truly awesome human being. Wish I had you as my grandpa!

[@brucecarney4416]

One of the best I've ever seen. The interior is a perfect blend of old and new. It exudes warmth and comfort. Grandkids must just love it, and the memories will last their whole lives.

[@jimbrent8151]

Mr. Renner, (Grandpa) Your sentiments and your craftsmanship are par excellence. I am inspired and humbled by both. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheHermitHacker]

Wow! I'm stunned at it's beauty. A wonderful relic with a modern touch. Thank you Mark, for bring this old girl back to life.

[@stevetaylor5933]

Total respect to you my American cousin, enjoy your grandchildren and your bus, and time you spend with both, God bless, from the uk

[@wwbdwwbd]

We do not accept as cousins those whose oppressive shackles we threw off with blood and sacrifice.

[@bobcranston3414]

@@wwbdwwbd Nice comment douche bag.

[@stevetaylor5933]

@@wwbdwwbd best you look up how close cousins we are my friend, and I think you will find the war of independence was started by British soldiers... So you can also thank your British cousins for your independence

[@josephheston9238]

@@wwbdwwbd Oppressive shackles? Unless you are African-American or Native American, you did not wear oppressive shackles.

[@369Bandido]

Hats off to him. Very meticulous restoration job.

[@joe6096]

What a beautiful restoration! I just watched this video I know it's 6 years old but I wanted to post and tell you how wonderful this is! The best part of it: with all the investments you made for the modern upgrades and technology, you kept the original manual transmission!! That big GMC clutch on the floor gave it away! Great job! Congrats and I hope you're enjoying it well with your grandkids!

[@arthurbissell7155]

Sir just watching this venerable old lady is a pleasure. We do not have such buses back in the UK but if we did she would make an absolute stir. She is a complete tribute to the American dream and as such should be preserved for all to see.

Evidently you don't know much about British buses! Back when this Greyhound bus was manufactured, there were many bus manufacturers in Britain, probably as many if not more than in the USA. Just like the American manufacturers, the British bus and coach builders have all gone. UK Buses are now all imported.

[@rubberduck2649]

David M US still makes busses. BlueBird and Daimler mostly

[@manscape777]

A truly awesome restoration. Can I be your grandkid for a day and ride in the top bunk? Im only 67..........

[@brutus696]

If you believe enough you can be 16😂

[@mowenreal]

Lololol

[@lieutenantdan417]

Sure thing sport.

[@justenough730]

@@brutus696 oh if that were only true!! But I think I'd be younger maybe 10 or 11

[@Francescodefarlatti]

Great times...

[@Kenoscope]

I used to ride Greyhound, my father and I rode from San Antonio to Hubbard Ohio in the sixties, a Scenic Cruiser no less. His fathers funeral but a memory of times long gone by. Even in the mid-70's I rode from Lubbock to Wichita Falls (Texas) while in the military. I'm 69 now but the memory's remain.

[@lpratt1000]

I've always been a lover of old black and white movies, menus and buses. Don't know why, and no questions asked. Keep sending.

[@karlcahoon7973]

I was born in 1947, so lm sure if this lady could talk, she would have one heck of a story to tell. Great job on an American icon.

[@nikitoslow3956]

*Да ты прямо мои мысли читаешь)*

[@hughchamberlain5018]

I was also born in '47 . And I agree, she could probably tell some stories.

[@deborahwebb3736]

Great job on an American icon.Big Amen!

[@cwh523]

Beautiful. To go back to when days were so much simple.

[@josephheston9238]

Unless you were African-American or a Japanese-American.

[@heyboss2659]

charlenepyle, Jesus Christ was jewish. He is the only way to Heaven.God gave us all the free gift to choose Heaven, or Hell. Most of us will not humble ourselves to admit we are sinner. Most important decision where will you spend eternity?? Do you know, and love Jesus? Make the right choice while you are still able to do so.

[@yourneighborhoodwierdo8349]

nowadays everyone over complicates everything

[@fucheduck]

we need to go back and go down a different route to the future. we went down the wrong path. we need to back track, try again!

[@EdsterIII]

It's AWESOME to see people restore old pieces back to their glory days. So many people rode that bus. So many drivers made a living driving that and other buses. Beautiful STORY.

[@pauljanssen2624]

What a beautiful picture of family in America

[@robwhite461]

I’ve seen a lot of trucks and old buses. This has to be the greatest I’ve ever seen. It’s a work of art, you have done the most spectacular job. I’m sure some of the old time original drivers would be amazed at this bus. Well done, it’s a credit to you.

[@Touhid]

Look at those little monsters = Priceless. This Bus is just the definition of the word =" Wow" . At the end of our life, nothing really matters. Just live happily & die happily. Great work by the way. 💯

[@isaacsrandomvideos667]

Touhid it’s beautiful

[@davidleahy8770]

This Is Not Even From My Generation And I Think This Is Absolutely Beautiful Well Done Sir !!

[@jasoncarpp7742]

Call me old-school. But this is what I think a bus should be. 🙂

[@hoss73ford]

+Jason Carpp Yeah I hate it when people remove the windows and fill the spots in with metal.

[@jasoncarpp7742]

+Mark Muffs I agree. I'm too young to remember when this bus was used, so it's hardly a nostalgic thing for me. I don't know what it is. 🙂

[@diogocatalano9557]

Me too !

[@lieugebo805]

Gotta love the sound of Detroit ddiesel

[@lazerlord9681]

This bus is decades out of my time but I still think that it’s better than any bus I’ve ever ridden on or seen.

[@OG_DSM]

Amazing story and an amazing piece of history to drive around in.... My dad is 75 and when I showed him this video... Man he lit up like 42nd st. Told me he went to Pennsylvania several times a year for business and these were the buses he road in.

[@zetacon4]

Truly, a thing of beauty. I am so glad men still have the money, time and devotion to restore such wonderful artful delights from our past. Thank you!

[@BenAziz007]

Wow! This is a beautiful rebuild. I know his grandchildren love traveling with grandpa and grandpa loves traveling with his grandchildren.

[@chadhughes9983]

That is one clean ride, I am the owner of a 1941 (same body) and love driving it, definitely get some looks everyone 8 to 80 loves it

[@gregc6661]

It doesn't look as it used to, it's way, way, way better!! What a fantastic job, well done Sir!

[@Expatriate1977]

I want to see more of these back on the road. We need to return to more simpler time. These busses are just wonderful

[@markjurkovich7814]

What an absolute beauty! And that interior... WOW!

[@mikemcnevin1785]

Absolutely spectacular! What a hoot it must be to own and drive this piece of American motor history! Well done!!

[@dailyhoodnewsreport6888]

Mike McNevin hoot??..it’s 2019 buddy . Sounds like your smart Dictionary needs updating 😒

[@sylvesterbirchem181]

@@dailyhoodnewsreport6888 we still say "hoot" where I'm from

[@charlienorton2337]

Daily Hood News Report shut up

[@hookgaming.]

My grandpa travelled to the States in 60's as an exchange athlete from India. Out of all his photographs during his time i always remember the one with a bus he would refer as " Soul of America ". Great work appreciate it sir. Your grand kids will be proud

[@Djamoekjouw.]

What an amazing ride....and so special to go traveling with your grandchildren.......hope you can enjoy many years from now!

[@aidangreene414]

What a caring and loving man. Not only does he love America, history, and the iconic Greyhound bus, he also clearly deeply loves his grandkids. Enough so to make this a one of a kind experience just for them. Out standing man👌

[@bobstewart5262]

What a wonderful restoration job on this classic. I remember these running down the road for Greyhound in the 50's and 60's and that big stoplight in the rear looked so cool. Great job on the story and thanks for sharing!

[@siegridthomas9674]

How beautiful...What a ride this will be.....on my bucket list for sure and the music to go with it. Bon voyage...

[@richardskola6982]

Priceless. Absolutely priceless. One of the most beautiful buses ever built. The last one I rode in was a tour bus from San Diego to Tijuana. September, 1974

[@Classicrocker6119]

What a great story! Mark is awesome person and....Grandfather as well.

[@craigmonteforte1478]

What a great job on the restoration and the interior i call that living the dream

[@yourneighborhoodwierdo8349]

I’m 15 and wasn’t nearly around when these busses were in service but this thing is gorgeous

[@donmoore7785]

This is AWESOME. As someone who has ridden Greyhound a few times in the 90's and 2000's - times have changed! Bee-u-tee-full.

[@mickmorrissey16]

This Greyhound Coach would have to have been the best restoration of this type I've had the pleasure of viewing. They are such a beautiful vehicle and the owner has done a wonderful job. WELL DONE !

[@fredruth6241]

I road in these when I was a kid That was when everything had class and Americans took pride in themselves and their work

[@truslew8089]

@@billybob042665 Drives on* ;)

[@Sig721Tau]

@@truslew8089 *rides on A person does the driving, while the car "rides on" the road.

[@bill091086]

“Road”. Lol you ignorant fuck 🤣🤣🤣 I think you mean “rode.”

[@Darknamja]

@@mikemerrill175 That is the same thought process that has brought us all of this internet mumbo jumbo. Writing incorrectly takes the joy out of reading and is very distracting. Just my thoughts but each to his own.

[@moto238]

Not to worry,.......TRUMP 2020!

[@davidmcclellan9955]

I love it when someone like sees the history in something and doesn't want to see it rust away but be restored and enjoyed by others and family great job that's a beautiful bus thanks for sharing

[@MatanZilberstein]

Such a beautiful piece of history! thanks for preserving it !

[@franciscoruiz5632]

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[@yak141freestyle2]

i really hope his grandkids appreciate the time and effort there grandfather put into restoring this bus and they could go on a roadtrip together

[@josephjakubec9584]

I'm speechless, absolutely beautiful.

[@seanmcneill8899]

The worlds best bus and the worlds best grandpa. Greetings from Ireland. 😎

[@billtsirtsis7060]

It's true America is certainly not Disneyland nor 5star resorts.america is the decommissioned route 66.america is the grand canyon, Niagara falls, the Rockies, the Florida keys, new England in the fall, the redwood Forest, the great Lakes, the Mississippi River, the whole great state of Alaska and so much more.what a beautiful way to see this beautiful country.be proud to be an American.

[@miniena7774]

Bill Tsirtsis Oh brother.

[@discerningmind]

Yes, you are right. And also the people met everywhere, especially at local non-chain places.

[@robertborchert932]

My father came to the United States in 1961, from Holland. He taught us of his love for this country, and what it really means to be an American. I have the fondest memories from childhood, we toured most every park and state over the years. As often as possible, he left the interstates and we spent our summers in small towns across the country. I learned first hand what a wonderful country this really is, and what the people are really like in many places here. With this love of country in mind, my brothers served in the Navy and the Air Force. In the 80s, I had an appointment to Annapolis, but it didn't work out...I chose to serve in the Fire Service. Boy, I'm here to tell ya, I love my country and the good people that make it the greatest nation in the world! God bless you all.

[@Don-co9zs]

its nothing to do with america, its part of the great earth which no one owns

[@olddogcitypound5859]

The Hindu Nationalist FIRST NATION FOREVER 🔥

[@TonyRomearound]

Hats off great job on the restoration. They sure don't make em like that anymore. I wish there were more people like you trying to bring the 40s back

[@diogocatalano9557]

Awesome work ! These GM Pds Silver Side coaches are the most beautiful buses of all time.

[@josephheston9238]

I was always partial to the Fishbowl myself.

[@cesarrubeng2]

Hermoso por donde se lo mire parase que uno se sumerge en el interior de una rocola por el lujo. Felicitaciones y que sana envidia.

[@brandoncherry1651]

that resto is breath taking....well..done.

[@cynthiar7350]

Ok, I love this! Wish I could travel this way. Love the memories; especially the workmanship & the way we dressed up for life...even in high school with no A/C in the Deep South we wore dresses & hosiery‼️ Have a grand time enjoying the road & your grandkids. Lucky guy!

[@EDOGGH]

Beautiful in so many ways! Congrats Grandpa Amazing job !

[@ashokmohanvipula6667]

A truly nostalgic story of the good old days I still have a miniature model of the beautiful greyhound bus Thank you for the story !

[@emph66]

Simply amazing, and a tribute to an era long past.

[@guido0582]

Watching this video gave me goose bumps. What a great job. Congratulations

[@SternDrive]

I drove these for 43 years, but not this model. I started in 1975 and drove the GM buses with the 4 speed crash boxes and the "Screamin' Jimmie" engines. I enjoyed the GM buses very much, and could shift them up or down with two fingers, with or without the clutch. GM buses were the best of the best back then. Love them!

[@Hot80s]

Was that the GM Buffalo bus? I remember those raised floors, great views. "Man"ual trans.

[@MerlynAStern]

I love "Man"ual transmissions. Wouldn't have it any other way. Slush boxes are great for the ladies though.

[@markroberts3400]

You sir are a true gent! A labour of love fit to go on for decades to come. Truly an amazing vehicle. I doff my hat to you.

[@TheRatshooter]

Well, now. This is just too cool. Takes me back to about 1969, Mom's high school friend arrived with her new husband for a visit. They had a 1949 SilverSide motorhome conversion. Tom had done it all himself, after he retired from trucking. It was gorgeous, and he'd buffed the outside like a mirror. He took me for a ride, and I remember the funky column shifter. Drove it like a veteran, which of course after a million plus miles in all kinds of nasty old trucks, he was.

[@JSBIRD69]

God bless you Mark. Giving your grandkids a great start on their futures.

[@3brothersaleworks]

I don't know about what American dream is or what it was like since I'm no from the US, but this 4 minutes 14 seconds made me cry for some reason. Happiness, I think, it is.

[@josephconsoli4128]

Beautiful idea, workmanship, and the final product is an absolute perfect melding of the old and the new. You and your family are so lucky to get on the road with it!!

[@ColAngus]

Just looking at the video of the passengers and the driver back in the 40's, where did we go wrong? lol . Don't get me wrong I like the modern era with it's advancements BUT man what a contrast in our style and civility.

[@mescko]

Personally I'll trade some of the 'advancements' for civility.

[@jonathantan2469]

Those were advertisements with actors & actresses. It's just like the TV ads you see now for United Airlines portraying stylish travel with well heeled folks. But on your real trip from NYC to say... Las Vegas, you get screaming babies, people with BO problems, obnoxious frat boys, and a fistfight with airport security.

[@waterheaterservices]

We went full on Walmart. Never go full on Walmart.

[@jimb9369]

People try to keep up with Hollywood. Hollywood used to portray itself with style and dignity. Look at it now. Kardiasians, Paris Hilton. Whores and more. Every young actress tries to show more of her boobs than the next one "Look at me." When people stop modeling themselves after the so-called stars, we may return to something that resembles decent human beings.

[@cruzechevy3485]

Well, this bus is strong compared to buses of today. The buses of today are just big and weak whare a car can go right through a bus, not cool at all.

[@monchito1999]

Que belleza !! Es maravilloso encontrar à los amantes de estas maquinas historicas, el trabajo de restauracion es perfecto ; gracias por regalarnos estas sublimes imagenes...

[@johnnieguitar5724]

WOW! WOW! I hope this beautiful bus makes it to some car shows so the public can see it! :)

[@USNVA11]

My grandfather was a Greyhound bus driver in the fifties, sixties, and seventies. I had quite a few ride alongs with him as a young boy during my summer vacations. I have his uniform hat, the same as the one in this video, on display in my living room. I still remember standing next to him as he greeted passengers at the terminal in Richmond, Virginia. I would say to them with a big smile, “ That’s my granddaddy, he’s the driver ! “.

[@JeffFrmJoisey]

Beautiful bus!! Your interior is spectacular!!!

[@danc1197]

Your commitment is unparalleled. She's a beauty.

[@WideWorldofTrains]

Great restoration job! Awesome Bus

[@adamzaidi1748]

Not just Grandpa's love, my love as well. That is the most beautiful restoration I have seen yet. Incredible craftsmanship. It is my dream to have one of these silversides. I would take this over any Ferrari.

[@salesroguimo8247]

Mark, I am brazilian and always loved the 'American Way of Life' with all its icons etc. What a piece of art you've got! Well done! God bless you and your whole Family.

[@Bill23799]

Wow, that is a beautiful Bus sir. You have preserved a piece of our history. Your restoration is just as significant as as a preserved WW II Warbird.

[@chiron63woundedhealer47]

Priceless....amazing....thanks for sharing

[@Juscz]

Love your attitude towards your grandkids. And that is a fabulous restoration! Thanks for sharing.

[@ramanpreciado2241]

When woman were classy and men were like gentlemen.

[@josephheston9238]

But the men and women sure smoked a lot.

[@PhilVerryChannel]

Ohhh, how I relate to that long work load! I restored and re-purposed a 1950 Leyland double-deck London bus as the first 'bustaurant' and I can truly appreciate even the fine details in ever corner, from floor to ceiling. Thanks, so much for sharing.

[@adrianwilson4197]

FROM AN OLD TRAILWAYS MAN, NICE JOB. ON THAT OLD HOUND.

[@skeezix8156]

Oh man I forgot about the Trailways buses. I worked at Greyhound in the northwest for about ten years starting in ‘92 after the strike was over. The red interiors always threw me off.

[@shanerobinson1133]

That is amazing. Such a great restoration and memories your grandkids will have for life. Well done sir. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@rbinlex]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@PaulJordan318]

Your work on your bus is top notch.

[@lieugebo805]

What a beautiful job you have great taste

[@נגליקמן]

I want a grandfather like him! One of a hell cool guy

[@Matowix]

I love these old busses

[@fdd1035]

this is beautiful - imagine all the people that road this bus from one place to another & what this man has done with it, i'm glad it's still out there in the world.

[@The1971Cuda1]

For anyone wondering, the song in the background is “Sentimental Journey” by Doris Day I believe.

[@Hot80s]

yeah, i think we got that

[@toscodav]

Great. How did you guess? Was it the part of the song when she sang "Sentimental Journey"??

[@emmm9922]

Asome, thanks reminds me when I first road a old bus in the 1985 had a different time but stuck in time is a reminder of how men built them buses back then thank you for sharing .

[@shang-chi-cf8pd]

I work for greyhound and we stil have 1920 ,1947,1962,1970,and others in good condition I will post Pics if you tell me how. If you and Los Angeles go to our shop and ask for Sam ..he is our manager. He will show you our collections of buses you won't regret it

[@gunnyu.s.m.c8606]

shang-chi covarrubias I'd like to see pictures of those buses

[@oliverempleo5065]

yes,I want to see colum-bus!!!!

[@timothymeyer3210]

Upload the images to imgur (imgur.com/) with "new post", then copy and paste the link

[@georgemcgillicuddy3498]

I`d like to see those , too .

[@xzqzq]

I would love to see these old buses. !

[@denaredford6701]

Thank you for the information on the old buses and travel in sentimental America journey .

[@joe6096]

This is wonderful! I'm 41 so I'm far too young to remember when these buses were in operation but I'm a history buff and there's no question we've lost some of the great nuances of America in her past. The 1960s seem to have really changed this country and not all for the better. This is an exquisite restoration and it's fantastic that you are teaching your grandchildren about America's past they may never read in history books in school. On a side note - looks like you kept the original manual transmission drivetrain, as I see the big old GMC stamped clutch pedal! Bravo for not converting it to an automatic!!! Am I correct to assume that you've kept the manual steering box too? Or did you add power steering? If you did that is ok, I can understand why!

[@gigiis526]

Your grandkids will grow up with wonderful memories! Blessings to you and your family:)

[@scopex2749]

As an aircraft engineer I appreciate old machinery, vehicles and aircraft. What a superb restoration and beautiful job, does it still have the 2 stroke diesel engine back there? - I want to find one now! I have never ridden one of these how I wish I had :((

[@clusterguard]

I travelled in Greyhounds when I was a kid. They were fantastic!

[@JCglitchmaster]

Thats one beautiful bus. Much better than the disease ridden ones we have in the UK

[@tedfritsch3340]

Former Greyhound driver myself. MSP-St. Paul MN. Oldest I drove was a 4104, then 4106, 4107, then the MC models. That era of travel was magical.