In November 2004, Brush Car 621 was mothballed along with most of her sister cars as part of a general reduction in the size of the fleet. After a period in store, 621 was purchased by the Fleetwood Heritage Transport Trust and moved into further storage at Kirkham Prison. 621 was then purchased by a group of enthusiasts and donated to Beamish Museum in Northumberland, arriving in 2014. Beamish had planned to restore the tram as 284 in the original 1930's style, however a change in policy left the tram surplus to requirements and 621 found its self heading home to Blackpool after the tram was donated back to the Blackpool Heritage Tramway Trust. 621 arrived back in Blackpool in December 2016.
With the 80th Anniversary of the Brush Cars being celebrated during 2017, 'Trams Magazine' sponsored the work required to return 621 back to service in time for the 132nd anniversary weekend. Fortunately 621 was still in reasonable condition despite 13 years out of service, however it did require a re panel and some electrical work, including the fitting of a transponder. The tram was repainted into the 1950's livery and made its debut back on the prom on 22nd September. 621 performed faultlessly all weekend.
621 looks absolutely fantastic and all credit goes to the workshop team at Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours for the excellent job they have done on 621.