Classic WMATA Transit! Fishbowl & Flxible Buses in Washington DC (1996)

Step back to 1996 and experience downtown Washington, DC during the era of classic WMATA buses. This vintage footage captures the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operating iconic GM “New Look” Fishbowl buses and Flxible Metro buses in the heart of the nation’s capital. Filmed in downtown Washington, this video shows everyday transit activity as these classic buses move through busy city streets, serving passengers across the WMATA Metrobus system. During the 1990s, Fishbowls and Flxibles were a common sight throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia, forming a major part of WMATA’s fleet. For transit enthusiasts and fans of vintage transportation, this footage offers a look back at a time when these legendary buses dominated the streets of Washington. If you enjoy classic transit footage, be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more videos of historic buses and trains.