Not been up that hill in a while, first time I came across it I was in the works van, it was a 3rd gear screamer the whole way up as that little Berlingo just didn't have the poof to make it in 4th. I went back when I had the AMG, and she tore up it. Also had a punt while driving a MAN SV, which was, different. So far not taken the ol' bus up her yet, but I rarely have a need to use the A166 these days. I have got a nice 30ish mile route I will generally throw the old girl around every time I am back in Yorkshire. It is mostly traffic free, and the occasional traffic I come across is dealt with quickly enough. Plus there are various pubs along the way for refreshments and taking scenic photos.
Every beep, bang, or squeaks gets a panicked look from me. And I'll let you keep Garrowby Hill while covered in ice to yourself. I've had this bus on a icy hill before, and the electronics tried to kill me. No thanks.
this was minutes after going to see a replacement vehicle. As it turned out it was a Sport so not for me. 10 minutes later I was in and back on the road.
