Following six years out of service and storage at Carlisle Upperby, 31 327 was purchased by Mr George Littlejohn and moved to Bo'ness for overhaul prior to moving north to the Keith & Dufftown Railway. During a nine week period the loco received a full top-end engine overhaul which included replacing several broken piston rings, de-carbonising the cylinder heads and freeing off stuck valves.

The electrical system was given a full inspection and test, corroded bodywork repaired, missing components replaced, driver's brake valves serviced, all broken windows renewed and a full repaint into railfreight grey livery complete with new lettering and logos.The loco was successfully started on 25th of August and moved under it's own power the following week. The official unveiling took place at noon on Saturday 7th September 2002 and "327" then operated the 12:15 service to Birkhill as part of the Autumn Diesel Gala weekend

Following a running-in period the loco then moved to it's new home on the Strathspey Railway at Boat of Garten where it is currently in service.