Amtrak is reportedly refurbishing several former Metroliner MU cab cars, some of which will be used for all electric push-pull Keystone service. (Cab cars are also used on the Vermonter and Springfield shuttles.) Has anyone heard how soon these cars will start appearing on the Keystones?
Looking at photos of some of the stored units in Bear, DE, I wonder which cars will get a new lease on life. Some, such as #9634, appear to be in pretty good shape. The "Phase IV" color scheme suggests it hasn't been stored all that long.
#9650 is one that has already been returned to service.
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Looking at photos of some of the stored units in Bear, DE, I wonder which cars will get a new lease on life. Some, such as #9634, appear to be in pretty good shape. The "Phase IV" color scheme suggests it hasn't been stored all that long.
#9650 is one that has already been returned to service.
Before
After