Streetcar named 1231

This is a streetcar operated by the Vancouver Downtown Historic Railway - which runs weekends and holidays. At $2 round trip a great tourist bargain - free parking. The enthusiasm of the volunteers running the railway does them great credit. The #1231 car was built in St Louis and known as a "Louis."



While at the railway I couldn't resist this old rail inspection car, known as a speeder or jigger. This one appears to have been fitted with a modern Honda engine with belt drive.



For more on the hobby of restoring and running these old railway inspection cars visit NARCOA.