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Built in 1948 as a dome coach by the Budd Co for the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad as their contribution to the jointly operated and world famous California Zephyr. After the discontinuance of the California Zephyr the Rio Grande retained ownership of the car and eventually sold it into private ownership. The Silver Bronco is in very original condition, it has never been owned by Amtrak and is an incredibly complete car. Interior hardware is in tact, seats have been removed but are still in the car. It is capable of moving in freight service (last move was 4 years ago) although it will need a COT&S. Some of the car's mechanical details include: Great exterior, H couplers, original 32v D/C electrical system, steam heat, electro-mechanical air conditioning, ISSH, Timken 6 x 11 grease bearings, D-22 valves, C-frame disc brakes, serviceable wheels, skirts intact, drop equalizers, pretty dry interior ( just a few small leaks), light fixtures intact, when seats are reinstalled car will seat 46 down stairs and 24 in the dome. Silver Bronco is a very restorable car and would make a great car for a tourist operation or as a conversion to a Private Car.