Western Pacific 832 "Silver Hostel" dome-lounge-dormitory car
Builder: Budd Company
Built: November, 1948 The "Silver Hostel" is one of six dome-lounge cars built as part of the original CZ order and one of two owned by the WP. It was the lounge car on the first westbound CZ and served until the end in 1971. In service, the car ran in the middle of the train, leading the diner, sleepers, and observation car. Seated in the dome, travelers were given panoramic views of the dramatic scenery the train traversed. The buffet lounge
occupies one end of the car, with the kitchen located under part of the dome. Here, passengers ordered snacks, drinks, and light lunch items. In the early 1960's, all six cars were remodeled as "The Cable Car Lounge", designed
around a San Francisco theme. This variant would become nationally famous as the subject of many well-remembered ad campaigns. The dormitory section provided quarters for members of the CZ crew, including bed-rooms for the
Zephyrette hostesses. All crew members shared a full bathroom located under the dome.
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