The Bristol RE series of buses were the last single deck vehicles to carry their manufactures famous name. The model first introduced in the 1960's was purchased in large numbers by the Tillings group, and became the standardised single deck type in many fleets. The most popular choice of bodywork was built by ECW (Eastern Coach Works) of Loftstoft. The early vehicles had a flat windscreen, which was later modified to incorporate a more stylish curved version; the vehicles were also available with either single or twin headlamps. The Bristol RE was replaced by the Leyland National in the early 1970's, however examples continued to operate with some of the larger operators into the early 1990's.Many of these hardy vehicles were also popular second hand choices with a number of independent operators who continued to use these vehicles well into the late 90's.