Nova Bus LFS
Every Nova Bus LFS generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1995–present 4 generations · 6 published trims
- Power Evolution
- Specs below Lead trim figures per generation
- Catalogue Rarity
- 4 Epic 4 Epic
All 4 Nova Bus LFS Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
The Nova Bus LFS was sold in the US only from 1996 to 2002 and from 2009 to 2025; as of 2026 it is available exclusively in Canada.
Nova Bus re-entered the US market in 2009 with a new plant in Plattsburgh, New York, after withdrawing in 2002 to concentrate on the Canadian market.
Chicago's 1998 order was Nova Bus's first major US win, with more than 400 LFS buses delivered.
Premature corrosion of early LFS frames led to stainless steel in 1998; of 451 delivered to STCUM, 400 were scrapped before their mandated 16-year lifetime.
Collectors Who Spotted the Nova Bus LFS
No member has published a public street spot of the Nova Bus LFS yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Nova Bus LFS Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LFS (2013–present)Gen 4 | 2013–present | Epic | — | — | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
| LFS (2009–2013)Gen 3 | 2009–2013 | Epic | — | — | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
| LFS (1999–2009)Gen 2 | 1999–2009 | Epic | — | — | — | — | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
| LFS (1995–1999)Gen 1 | 1995–1999 | Epic | — | — | — | — | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
See a Nova Bus LFS on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.