One of the busiest routes to Hounslow is also one of the shortest, the H32 which boasts an 8-9 minute frequency during peak hours. This route was originally conceived in 1993 as a frequent midibus replacement for the southern end of rather less frequent route 232 between Hounslow and Southall via Vicarage Farm Road and Convent Way, the north end of the 232 being handed over to route 120. However, double deckers had to return before long to cope with loadings.

On contract renewal in 1999, new double deckers were specified for the H32 among other routes, and an order was placed for Volvo B7TLs with a mixture of Alexander and Plaxton bodywork. These were delivered, after considerable delay, in 2000. VP 118 is one of the Plaxton President bodied examples, and was seen at Hounslow shortly after entering service and before gaining advertisements.

Photo by Andrew Gronneberg.

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See also routes 120