9600-series GM New Look
Bus Specifications
| Manufacturer: | GM |
|---|---|
| Model: | New Look |
| Propulsion System: | Diesel |
| Length: | 40' |
| Width: | 102" |
| Number of Seats: | |
| Headsign: | Roll Sign |
| Accessible: | No |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
| Low Floor: | No |
CTA Service Information
| Service Status: | Retired |
|---|---|
| Series: | 9600 |
| Ordered Quantity: | 200 |
| Numbers: | 9600-9799 |
| Delivery Year: | 1977 |
| Retirement Year: | 1996 |
History
In 1977, the CTA placed its last order for New Look buses from GM. This order, which included 200 buses, made for a total of 1,870 GM New Look buses purchased since 1972.
The buses were painted in the CTA’s two-tone green scheme, although some where eventually repainted in the CTA’s white, red, and blue paint scheme which was introduced in 1987.
While portions of the 9600-series were retired throughout 1990 and 1991, the entire series was not retired until 1996.