Salesman in China apparently selling Singapore double-decker bus, amusing Singaporeans
A social media post from a salesman in China attempting to sell a Singaporean public bus has gone viral. The Land Transport Authority is currently in the process of replacing older diesel buses with new electric models.
Why it matters
The story highlights the intersection of social media virality and public infrastructure management in Singapore.
They can take you almost everywhere across Singapore - but what is this particular bus doing outside of the country?
A familiar green bus has caught the eye of Singaporeans after a China-based salesman uploaded an Instagram post on Wednesday (July 15) trying to sell the vehicle.
In the post, user Penghuiz59, also known as Peter, shared that he is at Nansha port in Guangzhou.
Behind him is a green double-decker bus, complete with recognisable livery bearing the Singapore slogan "Moving Ahead Together".
"This is bus," he said in broken English. "Do you like this car?"
Peter continued: "This car is very beautiful. If you want to own this car, leave me a message. Thank you!"
His video has since attracted over 150,000 views with more than 3,500 likes.
Many users pointed out the origin of the bus, with one user even jokingly saying, "Welcome to Singapore!"
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