AN53 was acquired in October 2010 by Martin Clitheroe, Steve Parr and Stuart Boxall for restoration, having sat outside for a number of years.

AN53 parked outside Stevenage Garage (c) Unknown

AN53 in service for London Country (North East) (c) Dave Manning

AN53 in October 2010 (c) Martin Clitheroe

AN53 in Royston (c) Martin Clitheroe

AN53 in October 2010 (c) Martin Clitheroe

Work started immediately on the mechanical parts that needed attention.

AN53 in March 2011 (c) Stuart Boxall