When Buena Vista Street opens at Disney California Adventure park on June 15, guests will be transported back in time to Los Angeles of the 1920s and ‘30s.
This trip to the past would not be complete without one of the most beloved symbols of Los Angeles history, the Pacific Electric Red Cars. The Red Car Trolley, making its debut along with the rest of Buena Vista Street, will be inspired by this landmark transportation system.
At its peak in the mid-1920s, the Pacific Electric Railway was the largest electric railway in the world, connecting Los Angeles and the surrounding Orange, San Bernardino, Ventura and Riverside counties. Established in 1901, the Pacific Electric Railway carried passengers throughout the Southern California area for the next 60 years.
Below are some first look images of the Red Car Trolley, taken by Disneyland Chief Photographer Paul Hiffmeyer.
As you can see, there is a ton of detail in the design. We’re especially a fan of the vintage ads that appear inside the Red Car Trolley.
California Adventure will have an entirely new feel as you enter the park and see these new trolleys gliding by. Much like the horse-drawn carriages on Main Street USA inside Disneyland, the Red Car Trolley will be a part of the atmosphere and show just as much as it will be a fun attraction to enjoy.
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Photos via Disney
