Heino Jaanus, an 86-year-old resident of Tartu, Estonia, has devoted much of his life to restoring old buses and cars. Despite his age, Heino continues to work every day, starting his restoration activities at around nine in the morning and finishing by five in the afternoon. He openly admits to his deep affection for buses, stating, "for some reason I am in love with buses," which underlines his unique passion for the vehicles he works on.

Throughout his career, Heino Jaanus has held various jobs within the bus park, exploring different roles but always returning to his true passion for buses. His dedication has led him back to the world of bus restoration after a brief stint in another occupation. He enjoys not only the restoration work but also the experience of driving the buses. He discusses the challenges he faced while managing long workdays that included both driving and restoring buses, which also limited his family time.

Heino’s commitment to buses eventually led him to a position in technical assistance, where he was responsible for providing help to buses in need of repairs. In this role, he likens himself to a fire safety officer, ready to assist at a moment’s notice if a bus breaks down on the road. His story highlights not only a personal passion but also the importance of preserving history through the restoration of vintage buses in Estonia, showcasing a unique intersection between nostalgia and dedication to craftsmanship.